Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
The tonsils are located in the throat, so if a child develops tonsillitis, one of the most obvious symptoms is sore throat and difficulty swallowing. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, reaching temperatures of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Other symptoms may include headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills. At this time, the child's tonsils will be red and swollen, and serious complications may also occur, such as kidney inflammation or sepsis, which can directly threaten their life. It is very serious if a child gets tonsillitis, and parents should pay attention to this. It is important to take the child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.