Patient's question:
My little girl, she's one year old. At first, she said her throat hurts. Then, I noticed her cough seems quite severe too. Also, she has a slight fever and doesn't seem very energetic. Could you please tell me what symptoms might appear if a toddler has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom they may experience is a sore throat. This can then potentially affect the ears, even leading to otitis media. The child usually also has a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, they may experience headaches or general body pain. It can be observed that the child's tonsils are also red and swollen at this time, which is mostly due to inflammation and congestion. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly if any of these symptoms appear to prevent the occurrence of complications.