Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a slight pain in his throat. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms if the child's tonsils become inflamed.Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, they will experience significant pain in their throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. The child may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, they may also have chills and a headache. Most children will feel extremely weak at this time. The tonsils are usually swollen and red, and may even lead to serious complications such as nephritis or sepsis, which can directly threaten their life. If the child's condition continues to worsen, it is still recommended that parents not delay and take their child to seek treatment as soon as possible.