Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 8 years old, initially said he had a sore throat. Upon observation, it was noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and he also had a slight fever and lacked energy. Please ask: What are the common symptoms that appear when infants and young children have tonsillitis.Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom they may experience is a sore throat, which can then potentially affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. The child usually also has a fever, ranging from a low-grade one that doesn't break to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. At the same time, symptoms such as headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills may also appear. The tonsils of the child are also red and swollen at this time, and they are often enlarged. If the condition continues to worsen, it may lead to some particularly serious complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. Therefore, it is recommended to this parent that if your child indeed has the symptoms mentioned above, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.