Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 5 months old. At first, he said his throat hurts, and it was found that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: What are the symptoms that may occur if the child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Currently, it appears that tonsillitis is indeed quite common, and its symptoms are also quite obvious. For example, children often cry incessantly due to throat pain and difficulty swallowing normally. Moreover, children usually have a fever, either a low-grade one that persists or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. Not only do children have a fever but they also exhibit symptoms such as chills, fatigue, and headache. Careful observation can reveal that the child's tonsils are entirely red and swollen. If attention is not promptly given, complications may occur, such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite severe, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.