Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was found that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and he also has a slight fever and lacks energy. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, the first symptom that usually appears is a sore throat, and the child's swallowing will also be accompanied by varying degrees of difficulty. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, or a low-grade fever, or even a high fever of 39-40 degrees Celsius. The child may also experience a headache, and in severe cases, even pain all over the body. At the same time, there may be chills, fatigue, and upon close observation, the tonsils will be found to be entirely red and swollen. In some cases, children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. Therefore, it is recommended to this parent that if your child indeed has the above symptoms, it is imperative to seek medical treatment promptly.