Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 8 months old, just started, felt a sore throat when talking, found that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking. At the same time, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat, which may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. While experiencing a sore throat, some children may also develop a fever, which could range from a persistent low-grade fever to a high fever of up to 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, they may also have chills and headaches. Most children feel extremely weak. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition and can even threaten the child's life. Parents must take their children to seek treatment promptly.