Patient's question:
My male baby is 1 year old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and I noticed it accompanied by mild coughing. Also, he had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Could you please tell me: What are the symptoms if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will frequently cry because they cannot swallow. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, or a low-grade fever, or even a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child may also feel weak, have a headache, or even general body pain, as well as chills. At this time, the tonsils are also red and swollen, and they are usually enlarged. Moreover, this disease may also lead to more serious complications, such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly once they discover that their child has tonsillitis.