Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he said his throat was sore. It was found that his cough seemed to be quite severe as well. Meanwhile, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?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. At the same time, children may also develop a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, potentially reaching temperatures of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, children may feel tired, have headaches, and in severe cases, may experience chills. At this stage, the tonsils of the child are red and swollen. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. The symptoms of tonsillitis are quite severe and can even be life-threatening. Therefore, it is essential to seek timely treatment.