Patient's question:
Enlarged tonsils, accompanied by cough and runny noseOnset date: October 30
Laboratory test results: Enlarged tonsils, viral infection
Previous treatment and effectiveness: On October 30, the baby had a high fever of 39°C and was diagnosed with tonsillitis at the hospital. Intravenous fluids were administered for two days, and the fever subsided. From November 3 to November 6, the baby had a continuous three-day high fever, with temperatures around 37.5°C each day. The hospital conducted a urine test and confirmed a viral infection, prescribing three days of injections. Now that the injections are finished, the cough and runny nose symptoms have worsened, making it difficult for the baby to fall asleep at night, and they are crying. The baby is currently taking Chai Huang (a traditional Chinese medicine), anti-inflammatory medication, and cough medicine.
How can I help? I’m in urgent need of assistance! Thank you!
What kind of assistance is needed: How long will it take to recover? What should I do?
Doctor's answer:
Acute tonsillitis is mainly caused by bacterial and viral infections. You should decide on sensitive antibiotics and traditional Chinese medicine for clearing heat and detoxifying for treatment. Penicillin is quite effective when used. For fever symptoms, symptomatic treatment is sufficient, and there is no need to be too anxious. If the temperature is below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used. Here's a small home remedy: Apply Xili Powder (available at pharmacies) to the affected area. It has a very good anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling effect on the swollen tonsils. For severe symptoms of runny nose and fever, you can take Erythromycin and Phenylephrine Granules for children to relieve nasal congestion and runny nose. Pay attention to oral hygiene, drink plenty of hot water, eat more fruits and vegetables, and wish you a speedy recovery!