Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 9 months old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then noticed mild coughing. Also, he had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Please ask: What symptoms can occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to identify. First, most children will feel a severe sore throat. Fever is also one of the common symptoms of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can even reach 40 degrees Celsius. When fever occurs, many children may also experience headaches, body aches, and chills. At this time, the child's tonsils are red and swollen. Moreover, this condition can also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once the above symptoms are observed in children to prevent the occurrence of complications.