Patient's question:
My male child is 3 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was found that his cough is quite severe, and at the same time, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What symptoms will occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to identify. First, most children will feel a severe sore throat. At the same time, they may also have a fever, or a low-grade fever, or even a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, children may feel weak, have headaches, or experience body aches, as well as chills. When the tonsils are swollen and congested, redness and swelling can be observed. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite severe and may even be life-threatening. Therefore, it is essential to seek timely treatment.