Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 2 years old, initially said she had a sore throat. I noticed she also had mild coughing, and it seems like her low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis with low-grade fever in children?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt lavage and direct injection of medication into the tonsils, among others. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child has persistent fever, fever-reducing medication should be used promptly. For temperatures below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be applied. The above methods are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child and strengthen nutritional supplementation to help facilitate early recovery.