Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking. He also had a low fever and felt tired. Question: How should tonsillitis with low fever be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose based on symptoms, and can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication, which are all good options. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use analgesics to relieve the symptoms. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling is advisable. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with ample nutrition, with a diet primarily focused on light foods, while also ensuring adequate rest and avoiding fatigue.