Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that his cough seemed particularly severe, and now he has a high fever that won't break. Could you please advise on the appropriate treatment for pharyngitis with fever in young children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While taking medication, local treatments such as irrigation or direct application of drugs can also be used to enhance the therapeutic effect. For children with pronounced sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication may be helpful. If the child also has a fever, appropriate antipyretic measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, urgent medical attention is necessary. The methods mentioned above are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of fruits and vegetables.