Patient's question:
Female baby, only 4 months old. At first, she felt sore throat even when drinking water. It was found that her cough seemed to be more severe as well. At the same time, she had been slightly feverish. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common childhood illness, with one of its common symptoms being sore throat. Many children may cry incessantly due to sore throat. The child may also develop a fever, which could be a low-grade fever or a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Symptoms such as headache, body pain, fatigue, and chills may also occur. Additionally, when the tonsils are congested, redness and swelling can be observed. Moreover, this condition may lead to more severe complications such as sepsis, rheumatic fever, and joint disease. Therefore, pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious illness that must be detected and treated as early as possible.