Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well, and it seemed like his low-grade fever had not gone away. Please ask: What symptoms may occur if a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. Some children may also experience vomiting during this stage. The temperature can vary, with low-grade fever being manageable to observe, but high fever requires immediate medical attention. Additionally, symptoms such as headache or body pain may occur. At this time, the tonsils are usually swollen and congested, red and very swollen. In some cases, children may also develop complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, or nephritis. It is clear that pediatric tonsillitis is a very serious condition, and it is essential to detect it early and seek treatment promptly.