Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 6 years old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed something. He noticed that his cough was quite severe, and at the same time, he had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. Please ask: If the child has tonsillitis, what are the common symptoms?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis has been one of the more prevalent pediatric diseases in recent two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the main symptoms, which can spread to the ears if severe. Moreover, most children also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time, along with fatigue, headache, generalized pain, and chills. At this stage, the tonsils are also red and swollen, and some serious complications may occur, such as nephritis or sepsis, which directly threaten life. Therefore, it is suggested that parents should take their children to seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.