Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: What are the clinical symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat, which may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. Some children may also experience complications at this stage, such as fever. The temperature can vary; low-grade fever can be monitored, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Accompanying high fever are chills, fatigue, and headache. At this time, the tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. Tonsillitis in children is a serious condition, and parents should take it seriously. It is important to take the child to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible.