Patient's question:
The baby has had a slight cold and fever these past few days. They keep complaining of jaw pain, which has become slightly swollen, making it a bit difficult to eat. They are reluctant to eat and also experiencing dry heaves. It's worrying to see them like this, with a low-grade fever of 39 degrees and feeling very weak. After a thorough examination at the hospital, the diagnosis was tonsillitis.What kind of help is needed: What should I do about tonsillitis and fever?
Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, it is speculated that your child may have acute tonsillitis. It is recommended that you take your child to the local hospital's pediatric department for a follow-up examination. You can undergo antibiotic infusion for anti-infection treatment, and you can decide on a cephalosporin antibiotic. If the temperature is above 39 degrees Celsius, you can apply ice. Place ice packs in the armpits, and wait for half an hour after removing the ice before rechecking the temperature. It is advised not to use antipyretics blindly. Only after the inflammation subsides will the temperature return to normal. Generally, the temperature should be checked half an hour after physical cooling. Alcohol bathing is strictly prohibited from being applied to the palms, soles of the feet, and the chest, abdomen, and back.