Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 6 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Meanwhile, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Pharyngitis is one of the more prevalent pediatric diseases in the past two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the main symptoms, which can spread to the ears if severe. While experiencing sore throat, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a persistent low-grade fever to high fever with temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius. The child not only has a fever but also exhibits symptoms such as chills, fatigue, and headaches. Careful observation reveals that the child's tonsils are entirely red and swollen. Moreover, this condition may lead to more serious complications, such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is advised that parents should take their children to seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.