Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: What are the common symptoms of tonsillitis in children?Doctor's answer:
If the child truly has tonsillitis, the first symptom is a sore throat, and as a result, the child will frequently cry because they cannot swallow. The child is usually accompanied by a fever, either a low-grade one that doesn't break or a high fever reaching 40 degrees Celsius. The child will also feel weak, have a headache, and in severe cases, may experience chills. At the same time, due to the diffuse congestion of the pharyngeal mucosa, the swollen tonsils can be clearly observed. If this is not taken seriously in a timely manner, it may lead to complications such as rheumatic fever, nephritis, and sepsis. Therefore, it is recommended to this parent that if your child indeed has the above symptoms, it is essential to seek medical treatment promptly.