Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He noticed it accompanied by mild coughing, and at the same time, he had a low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first thing they feel is a severe sore throat. Moreover, with inflammation, they may even be unable to swallow food normally. The child may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, ranging from 39-40 degrees Celsius. In addition to fever, the child may experience chills, fatigue, and headaches. It is clearly observable that the tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. In some cases, the child may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. Tonsillitis in children is a very serious condition, and parents should take it seriously. It is important to take the child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.