Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and also had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms that may appear if an infant or young child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, they experience significant pain in their throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. The child may also have a fever, which can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. It's important to take this seriously. Along with the high fever, symptoms such as chills, fatigue, and headache may occur. Additionally, due to diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, the swollen tonsils can be clearly observed. Severe complications may also arise, such as kidney inflammation or sepsis, which can directly threaten the child's life. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly if they suspect their child has tonsillitis.