Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 8 years old, just started, saying it hurts to swallow things, found that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and has had a slight fever for a long time. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms that appear when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will frequently cry because they cannot swallow. At the same time, some children may also develop a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. While having a fever, the child may also experience symptoms such as chills and fatigue. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite severe, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.