Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 4 years old. At first, she said her throat hurts, and then we noticed she seems to have difficulty swallowing. She also has a low fever. I'm asking: What are the symptoms and manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Once a child gets tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a severe sore throat. If the inflammation is severe, they may even be unable to swallow food normally. Along with the sore throat, some children may also develop a fever, which could be a low-grade fever or as high as 40 degrees Celsius. In cases of fever, many children may also experience headaches, body aches, and chills. At this time, the tonsils are also red and swollen. If the condition worsens, it may lead to serious complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. Therefore, it is recommended that parents, if their child exhibits the symptoms mentioned above, should seek medical treatment promptly.