Patient's question:
Female baby, only one month old. At first, she said her throat was sore. She noticed that her cough was quite severe and she had a slight fever. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom that usually appears is a sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. Additionally, most children will experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time. The child may feel tired, have a headache, and in severe cases, chills may also occur. Careful observation can reveal that the tonsils are entirely red and swollen. Moreover, it's not just tonsillitis—further progression may affect the heart and kidneys, leading to conditions such as endocarditis and nephritis. It is evident that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious disease and can even threaten the child's life. Parents must take their child to seek treatment promptly.