Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 8 months old. At first, it was said that even drinking water made his throat hurt. Noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and it seemed like a low fever had not gone away. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed, what symptoms would occur?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat, which may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. The child typically also has a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever that persists to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, the child may experience chills and headaches. Most children also feel weak and tired. At this stage, the tonsils are often red and swollen, and in more severe cases, complications may arise, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Tonsillitis in children is a serious condition, and parents should take it seriously. It is important to take the child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.