Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 1 month old. At first, she said she had pain when swallowing, and I noticed it was accompanied by mild coughing. Also, she had a slight fever and wasn't energetic. I would like to ask: How is it best to treat a child's tonsillitis with high fever?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily involves the use of antibiotics. Medications can be selected based on bacterial culture results, which are quite effective. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, both of which are excellent choices. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use analgesics to alleviate the discomfort. In cases of fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the body temperature. If the temperature is below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used. If it is above 38.5°C, oral antipyretics can be administered. If the medication is not effective or the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.