Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed, and then we noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. He also had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Could you please tell me: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom to appear is usually a sore throat, and the child may also have difficulty swallowing to varying degrees. The child may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, ranging from 39-40 degrees Celsius. Headache or body aches may also occur. It is clearly observable that the child's tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. Tonsillitis in children is a very serious condition, and parents are advised to take it seriously and take their child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.