Patient's question:
Boy, already 1 year old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. He noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks, and he has had a slight fever all along. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed, what clinical symptoms will appear.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 experience severe throat pain. At the same time, they may also have a fever, or a low-grade fever, or even high fever with temperatures of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, symptoms such as headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills may also appear. Due to the diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the swelling of the tonsils can be clearly observed. If the condition continues to worsen, it may lead to some particularly serious complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once these symptoms are noticed to prevent the occurrence of complications.