Patient's question:
My little girl is 9 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. She also had mild coughing and low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms if an infant or toddler gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Currently, it appears that tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite obvious. For example, children often cry incessantly due to throat pain and difficulty swallowing normally. At the same time, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, children may feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, may even experience chills. At this stage, the tonsils are usually swollen and red. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. It is clear that tonsillitis in children is a very serious condition and can even threaten their lives. Parents must take their children to seek treatment in a timely manner.