Patient's question:
My male baby is 2 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and found that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: What are the clinical 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. In severe cases, it can spread to the ears, and the child may experience varying degrees of fever. Young children may even have convulsions due to high fever. The child may also have a headache, and in severe cases, even generalized pain throughout the body. At the same time, chills and fatigue may occur. Due to the diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils can be clearly observed in the child. Moreover, this condition may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, and joint disease. Therefore, it is recommended to this parent that if your child indeed has the above symptoms, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.