Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe, and he had been slightly feverish all along. Please ask: What are the symptoms and manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
The tonsils are located in the throat, so if a child develops tonsillitis, one of the most obvious symptoms is sore throat and difficulty swallowing. Most children will also have a fever, with temperatures reaching as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. During a fever, many children may also experience headaches, body aches, and chills. At this time, the child's tonsils will be red and swollen, and they are often larger than usual. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. Therefore, we strongly advise this parent that if their child exhibits the symptoms mentioned above, they must seek medical treatment promptly.