Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts even when drinking water, and he also has a mild cough. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: If the child's tonsils get inflamed, what are the symptoms and manifestations?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat. It may then affect the ears, potentially leading to otitis media. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child will feel weak, have a headache, and in severe cases, may experience chills. Additionally, due to diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, the tonsils will be noticeably swollen. This condition can also lead to more serious complications, such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, or joint disease. You can observe the child's condition. If it appears severe, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.