Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. Upon observation, swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, he has a slight fever and lacks energy. Please ask: What are the common symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis will feel a sore throat, and the pain intensifies when swallowing. Additionally, children often have a fever, either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. They may also feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, experience chills. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. Moreover, this condition may lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatism, or joint disease. Therefore, it is advised that parents take their children to a doctor for early medical treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.