Patient's question:
My little girl, she's one year old. At first, she said it hurts when she swallows things. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and she's a bit feverish and lacks energy. Could you please tell me: What are the clinical manifestations if an infant or toddler gets 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 severe cases reaching temperatures as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. At the same time, symptoms such as headache, body pain, fatigue, and chills may also occur. The tonsils will be red and swollen, and this condition may also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious illness, and it is essential to detect it early and treat it promptly.