Patient's question:
My male baby is 3 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and he also has a low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. The child may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, ranging from 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the child may feel weak, have a headache, and in severe cases, experience chills. At this time, the tonsils will appear red and swollen, usually due to inflammation and congestion. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. Therefore, it is important to remind parents to take the child to a doctor for early medical treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.