Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 8 years old, started to feel a sore throat when speaking, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and also had a low fever. Please ask: What are the common symptoms that may appear when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, they will experience significant pain in their throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. The child may also have varying degrees of fever, and young children may even have seizures due to high fever. Headaches may also occur, and in severe cases, the child may have pain all over their body. At the same time, they may also have chills, fatigue, and upon close observation, the tonsils will be entirely red and swollen. If the condition worsens further, more serious complications may arise, such as sepsis or endocarditis. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite severe, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.