Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 2 years old. At first, she said it hurt when she swallowed something. Then, we noticed she had a mild cough too, and it seemed like her low-grade fever just wouldn't go away. Could you please tell me: What symptoms would occur if a baby or toddler gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis will feel a sore throat, and the pain intensifies when swallowing. Some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade one to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the child's tonsils are red and swollen, and serious complications may also occur, such as kidney inflammation or sepsis, which can directly threaten their life. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that if your child exhibits the above symptoms, you must seek medical treatment promptly.