Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was found that swallowing seems to be a bit difficult. At the same time, his high fever has not subsided yet. Please ask: What symptoms might a child have if they have tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and because of this, the child will frequently cry due to difficulty swallowing. The child may also develop a fever, which could be a low-grade fever or a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, symptoms such as chills and headaches may also occur. Most children will feel extremely weak. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. In severe cases, complications may arise, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite serious and may even be life-threatening, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.