Patient's question:
Baby girl, only 6 months old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat, noticed it, accompanied by mild coughing, and now she has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the symptoms that occur when a child gets tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child's tonsils become inflamed, they will experience significant pain in their throat and ears, affecting normal swallowing. The child may also have a fever, which can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. This should be taken seriously, as the child will feel tired and have a headache. In more severe cases, chills may also occur. It is clearly observable that the child's tonsils become red and swollen due to congestion. If treatment is delayed, some children may develop serious complications such as nephritis or endocarditis. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already quite severe, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.