Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he had a slight fever and lacked energy. Please ask: What symptoms can occur if my child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Once tonsillitis occurs, most children experience self-reported sore throat. If the inflammation worsens, the ears may also become painful. Additionally, most children may develop persistent low-grade fever or sudden high fever, accompanied by headache or body aches. Due to the diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the enlargement of the tonsils can be clearly observed in children. If the condition progresses, it may lead to severe complications, such as sepsis or acute rheumatic fever. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that parents, if their child exhibits the symptoms mentioned above, seek medical treatment promptly.