Patient's question:
My son is 4 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and then we noticed that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low fever never went away. Could you please tell me what symptoms might occur if the child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more common pediatric diseases. When children contract this illness, they first exhibit symptoms such as sore throat and difficulty swallowing. They may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade one to a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. In addition to fever, children may experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. At this time, the tonsils can also appear red and swollen, which is usually due to inflammation and congestion. In some cases, a small number of children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. If the child's condition continues to worsen, it is still recommended that parents do not delay and take the child to seek treatment as soon as possible.