Patient's question:
My son is 3 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and then we noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. Could you please tell me what symptoms might appear if his tonsils are inflamed?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will frequently cry because they cannot swallow. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, or a low-grade fever, or even a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the high fever may be chills, fatigue, and headache. The tonsils should be inflamed, congested, and swollen at this time. This condition may also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite severe, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.