Patient's question:
Female baby, only 8 months old, just starting out. She says even drinking water feels painful in her throat. She also has mild coughing. Additionally, she has been slightly feverish. Please ask: If the child has tonsillitis, what are the common symptoms?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When children contract this illness, the first symptoms they exhibit are sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius. The child not only has a fever but may also experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. It is clearly observable that the child's tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. Additionally, this condition may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is advised that parents should take their children to seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.