Patient's question:
My little girl is 2 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water felt painful in her throat. Then, she was found to have a slightly hoarse voice when speaking. At the same time, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the common symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. Most children will develop a fever, with temperatures potentially reaching as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. Along with the fever, they may also experience chills and headaches. Many children will feel weak all over. At this stage, the child's tonsils will be red and swollen. In more severe cases, complications may occur, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Therefore, we strongly advise this parent that if their child exhibits any of these symptoms, they must seek medical treatment promptly.