Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: What are the symptoms and manifestations if an infant or toddler gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Many children now suffer from recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to identify. First, most children will feel a severe sore throat, accompanied by a certain fever. In severe cases, the temperature can rise to 40 degrees Celsius, which should be taken seriously. Children may also experience headaches, and in severe cases, even pain throughout the body. At the same time, they may also have chills, fatigue, and visible redness and swelling of the tonsils, which is usually caused by inflammation and congestion. Moreover, it's not just the tonsils that are affected; further progression can potentially lead to involvement of the heart and kidneys, causing conditions such as endocarditis and nephritis. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly once they notice their child suffering from tonsillitis.