Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing. It was found that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and he also had a low fever. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
The tonsils are located in the throat. Therefore, if a child develops tonsillitis, one of the most obvious symptoms is sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and the child usually has a fever, either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. At the same time, due to the diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, the swelling of the tonsils can be clearly observed. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. Therefore, if a child shows any of these symptoms, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly to prevent complications.