Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 9 years old, just started, saying her throat hurts, found that her voice is a bit hoarse when speaking, and has been a bit feverish all along. Please ask: What are the symptoms and manifestations that appear when a child has tonsillitis.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. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, it may be accompanied by headaches or body aches. Due to the diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils can be clearly observed in children. Severe complications may also occur, such as nephritis or sepsis, which can directly threaten life. Therefore, it is advised that parents should take their children to seek medical treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.