Patient's question:
My male baby is 3 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things, and I noticed that his cough is quite severe. Also, it seems like his low fever hasn't gone away. I would like to ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, it appears that tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite obvious. For example, children often cry incessantly due to throat pain and difficulty swallowing normally. Moreover, most children also experience persistent low fever or sudden high fever at this time, accompanied by symptoms such as headache or general body pain. Additionally, due to the diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils can be clearly observed in children. Children may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. Therefore, it is evident that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious disease, and it is essential to detect it early and treat it promptly.