Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and he noticed that his cough was quite severe. Also, it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. Could you please tell me: What symptoms and manifestations can occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat. It may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. Some children may also experience fever at this stage. The temperature varies, so low-grade fever can be monitored, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Children may also have headaches, and in severe cases, they may experience pain all over their body. At the same time, they may have chills, fatigue, and a diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, making the tonsils noticeably swollen. This condition can also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. If the child's condition continues to worsen, it is still recommended that parents not delay and take the child to seek treatment as soon as possible.