Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 6 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that it was accompanied by a slight cough, and also accompanied by a low fever. Please ask: What are the common symptoms that appear when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat, which may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. The child often has a fever, which could be low-grade or as high as 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, symptoms such as chills and fatigue may also appear. At this time, the tonsils are red and swollen. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition and can even threaten the child's life. Parents must take their child to seek treatment promptly.