Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water felt painful in his throat. He also noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: If the child has tonsillitis, what symptoms might he experience?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom to appear is usually a sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. Additionally, the child may have a fever, either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. At the same time, symptoms such as headache, body pain, fatigue, and chills may also occur. The tonsils of the child will be red and swollen at this time. Moreover, this condition may also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once the above symptoms are observed in a child to prevent the occurrence of complications.