Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started primary school. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, he had a low fever. Please ask: What are the clinical manifestations of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
When a child has tonsillitis, they will first feel a sore throat, which will then affect normal swallowing. Most children will develop a fever, with temperatures reaching as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius in severe cases. Additionally, the child may feel tired, have a headache, and in more severe cases, experience chills. At this time, the tonsils will also be red and swollen, and they are often enlarged. Children with severe symptoms may also develop complications, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. Therefore, it is recommended that parents take their child to a doctor for early medical treatment to prevent the condition from worsening and causing unnecessary harm to the child.