Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a bit of pain in his throat, noticed it, swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and he also had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: What are the symptoms and manifestations that occur when a child has tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
When a child gets tonsillitis, the first symptom is usually a sore throat. It may then affect the ears and even lead to otitis media. At the same time, the child may also have a fever, which could be low-grade or high-grade, such as 39-40 degrees Celsius. Symptoms may also include headache, body aches, fatigue, and chills. The tonsils should become inflamed, red, and swollen. The child may also develop complications such as sepsis, arthritis, or skin disorders. You can observe the child's condition. If it is already serious, it is recommended to take the child to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.