Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had a sore throat. It was found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is one of the more prevalent pediatric diseases in the past two years. First and foremost, sore throat is one of the main symptoms, and in severe cases, it can spread to the ears. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, with temperatures potentially reaching as high as 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. Accompanying the high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the child's tonsils are also red and swollen, and they are usually enlarged. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is clear that acute tonsillitis is a very serious disease, and it is essential to detect and treat it as early as possible.