Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 2 years old. At first, she said her throat hurt even when she drank water. I noticed it came with mild coughing, and it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: What symptoms and manifestations occur when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Once tonsillitis occurs, most children experience sore throat on their own. If the inflammation is severe, the ears may also follow suit with pain. At the same time, children may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, ranging from 39-40 degrees Celsius. Accompanying the high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. Additionally, due to diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the swelling of the tonsils in children can be clearly observed. Moreover, this condition may also lead to more serious complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, it is recommended that parents seek medical attention promptly once they notice their child suffering from tonsillitis.