Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then I noticed that his cough seemed to be getting worse as well. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. I'm asking: What symptoms can occur if a child gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
The tonsils are located in the throat, so if there is a small tonsil inflammation, one of the most obvious symptoms is sore throat, difficulty swallowing. The child may also have a fever, which could be a low-grade fever or a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, there may be chills and headaches. Most children also feel weak all over. Additionally, due to diffuse congestion of the throat mucosa, the swollen tonsils can be clearly seen. If the condition progresses, it may lead to severe complications such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. The symptoms of tonsillitis can be quite serious and may even be life-threatening, so it is essential to seek timely treatment.