Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He noticed severe coughing, a slight fever, and lack of energy. Please ask: What symptoms will occur if a baby or toddler gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Pediatric tonsillitis is a common illness among children, and one of its common symptoms is sore throat. Many children will cry and fuss incessantly due to sore throat. Some children may also experience certain conditions during this stage. Regarding fever, it varies among individuals. Low-grade fever can be monitored, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Along with fever, symptoms such as chills and headache may also occur. Most children feel extremely weak. At this time, the tonsils of the child can also be red and swollen, which is usually caused by inflammation and congestion. Additionally, a small number of children may develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. As shown, pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious disease, and it is essential to detect it early and treat it promptly.