Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 7 years old, initially said that he felt pain when swallowing. It was discovered that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low-grade fever had not subsided. Please ask: What symptoms can occur in children with tonsillitis?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. Most children will also have a fever, with severe cases reaching temperatures as high as 39-40 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the child may experience fatigue, headache, general body pain, and chills. At this stage, the tonsils will be red and swollen. In severe cases, complications may occur, such as acute glomerulonephritis, acute rheumatic fever, or rheumatic endocarditis. You can observe the child's condition, and if it is already quite serious, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible.