Patient's question:
My little girl is 3 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water felt painful in her throat. I noticed that she also had mild coughing. Additionally, it seems like she hasn't recovered from a low fever. I would like to ask: What symptoms and manifestations can occur if an infant or toddler has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat, which may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. While experiencing a sore throat, 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. Additionally, the child may feel weak, have a headache, and in severe cases, chills. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. If this condition is not taken seriously in a timely manner, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite severe and may even be life-threatening. Therefore, it is essential to seek treatment promptly.