Patient's question:
My son is 3 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows something. Then, we noticed he has severe coughing, and he has had a slight fever all along. Could you please tell me what symptoms might occur if the child's tonsils get inflamed?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a severe sore throat. Moreover, with inflammation, they may even be unable to swallow food normally. Most children also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. Headaches may occur, and in severe cases, the child may have pain all over their body. At the same time, they may also have chills, fatigue. You can see that the tonsils are red and swollen at this point, which is mostly due to inflammation and congestion. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis, endocarditis, and so on. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite serious, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.