Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was found that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and he also has a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. The child may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, ranging from 39-40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the fever are chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this stage, the tonsils are also red, swollen, and congested. If the condition worsens, it may lead to severe complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious illness, and it is essential to detect and treat it as early as possible.