Patient's question:
Boy, already 1 year old, just started, felt sore throat even when drinking water, noticed that coughing also seemed more severe, and had been slightly feverish for a while. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of infant tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Currently, it appears that tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite obvious. For example, children often cry incessantly due to throat pain and difficulty swallowing normally. While experiencing sore throat, some children may also develop a fever, which could be a persistent low-grade fever or even a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, they may also have chills and headaches. Most children also feel extremely weak. At this time, the child's tonsils are red and swollen, and they are usually enlarged. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. Therefore, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly once the above symptoms are observed in children to avoid the occurrence of complications.