Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. Later, it was discovered that he had severe coughing, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed, what symptoms will occur?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and the child will frequently cry because they cannot swallow. Most children will also have persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time, as well as fatigue, headache, and even body pain, as well as chills. At this point, the tonsils of the child are red and swollen. Moreover, it is not just tonsillitis; it can further develop and affect the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as endocarditis and nephritis. If the child's condition is indeed worsening, it is still recommended that parents do not delay and take the child to seek treatment as soon as possible.