Patient's question:
My little girl is 2 years old. At first, she said it hurt to swallow things, and it was discovered that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Now, she has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms that may appear if the child's tonsils become inflamed?Doctor's answer:
Many children now experience recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to detect. First, most children will feel a sore throat; while experiencing throat pain, some may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Children may also have headaches, and in severe cases, they might even experience pain throughout their body. At the same time, they may also have chills and fatigue. The tonsils will also be red and swollen. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once these symptoms are observed in a child to prevent the occurrence of complications.