Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 4 months old. At first, when talking, he felt a sore throat, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and at the same time, he had a low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more prevalent pediatric diseases in the past two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the main symptoms, and if severe, it may spread to the ears. The child may also experience fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to high-grade fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Along with fever, the child may also have chills, fatigue, and other symptoms. When the tonsils are congested, redness and swelling can be observed. If attention is not paid in a timely manner, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis. You can observe the child's condition. If it has become serious, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.