Patient's question:
My little girl, she's one year old. At first, she said her throat hurts, and then we noticed she also has a slight cough. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
Most children with tonsillitis will feel a sore throat, and the pain will be more intense when swallowing. Some children may also experience vomiting during this stage. The temperature varies, with low-grade fever being manageable by observation, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Symptoms may also include headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills. Careful observation will reveal that the child's tonsils are entirely red and swollen. Moreover, the inflammation may not be limited to the tonsils and could further progress to affect the heart and kidneys, potentially causing conditions like endocarditis and nephritis. Therefore, parents should take their children to a doctor for early treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.