Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 7 years old. At first, she said it hurt to swallow things, and it was found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, she had a low fever. Please ask: What are the symptoms and manifestations that may appear if the child's tonsils are inflamed.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 potentially reaching as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. Additionally, children may experience fatigue, headaches, general body pain, and chills. When the tonsils are congested, redness and swelling can be observed. In severe cases, complications such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis may occur. Therefore, it is recommended that parents, if their child exhibits these symptoms, should seek medical treatment promptly.