Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, in elementary school. At first, he said even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the common symptoms if a baby or toddler gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
The tonsils are located in the throat, so if there is a small tonsil inflammation, one of the most obvious symptoms is sore throat and difficulty swallowing. At the same time, some children may also have a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Headache or body pain may also accompany the sore throat. Additionally, due to diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, the swollen tonsils can be clearly observed. Children may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. You can observe the child's condition, and if it is already serious, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.