Patient's question:
My male baby is 1 year old. At first, he said his throat hurts. I noticed that his cough seems to be more severe as well. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms that may occur when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Once tonsillitis occurs, most children experience sore throat on their own. If the inflammation worsens, the ears may also become painful. Additionally, children often have a fever, ranging from low-grade to high-grade, with temperatures reaching up to 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, symptoms such as chills, fatigue, and headache may occur. At this stage, the tonsils are usually swollen and red due to congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is evident that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition and can even threaten a child's life. Parents must take their children to seek treatment promptly.