Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed something. It was noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in infants and young 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. Fever is also a common symptom of tonsillitis, and in severe cases, it can even reach 40 degrees Celsius. Along with the fever, there may also be chills and headaches. Most children feel weak all over, and at this time, the tonsils are also red, swollen, and congested. In some cases, complications such as bronchial asthma, sepsis, and nephritis may also occur. Therefore, it is suggested that parents should take their children to the doctor for treatment as soon as possible to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.