Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, noticed it, accompanied by mild coughing, and also had low fever. Please ask: What are the common symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Many children now suffer from recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to identify. First, most children will feel a severe sore throat. While experiencing throat pain, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, children may feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, may experience chills. At the same time, due to diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils can be clearly observed in children. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. If the child's condition is indeed worsening, it is still recommended that parents not delay and take their child to seek treatment as soon as possible.