Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. At first, she said she had pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. She also had a low fever. Could you please tell me what are the common symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood illness, and one of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children may cry and fuss incessantly due to sore throat. At the same time, children may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, potentially reaching 39-40 degrees Celsius. In addition to fever, children may experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this stage, the tonsils of the child are also red and swollen. Moreover, this condition may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that if your child exhibits the symptoms mentioned above, you must seek medical treatment promptly.