Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 8 years old, initially said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms that may appear if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Many children now suffer from recurrent tonsillitis, and the symptoms of tonsillitis are actually quite easy to identify. First, most children will experience severe throat pain, and at the same time, they may also develop a fever. This could be a low-grade fever or a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. In cases of fever, many children may also exhibit symptoms such as headache, body aches, and chills. At this stage, the child's tonsils will be red and swollen. If the condition progresses further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious illness, and it is essential to detect it early and treat it promptly.