Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: What symptoms will appear if my child gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, they experience significant pain in both their throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. Along with the sore throat, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade one to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. At the same time, symptoms such as headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills may also appear. The tonsils can be visibly red and swollen at this stage, usually due to inflammation and congestion. Moreover, this type of illness may also lead to more serious complications, such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition, and it is essential to detect it early and treat it promptly.