Patient's question:
My little boy is 1 year old. At first, he said his throat hurts, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Also, he has a slight fever and lacks energy. Could you please tell me what are the common symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom they may experience is a sore throat, which can then potentially affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. Most children will develop a fever, with severe cases reaching temperatures as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience headaches, and in more severe cases, pain throughout the body. At the same time, they may have chills and feel weak. When the tonsils are swollen and red, it indicates inflammation. Moreover, not only can the tonsillitis worsen, it may further affect the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as endocarditis and nephritis. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to this parent that if their child exhibits any of the aforementioned symptoms, they must seek medical treatment promptly.