Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he said he had a sore throat. It was noticed that his cough was quite severe, and he also had a slight fever and was lacking energy. Please ask: What are the symptoms and manifestations of tonsillitis in young children once they develop it?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood illness, and one of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children may cry and fuss incessantly due to sore throat. While experiencing sore throat, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a low-grade fever to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Along with fever, children may also exhibit symptoms such as chills and fatigue. At this time, the tonsils of the child are often red and swollen. In severe cases, complications may arise, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. It is evident that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition and must be detected and treated as early as possible.