Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 7 years old, initially said that he had a sore throat. Upon observation, it was noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and he also had a low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations when a child's tonsillitis occurs.Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom to appear is usually sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. The child may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the child may feel fatigued, have a headache, and in severe cases, experience chills. At this stage, the tonsils are also red, swollen, and congested. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition, and it is essential to detect and treat it as early as possible.