Patient's question:
My boy is 6 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts even when drinking water, and I noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks. Also, it seems like he has had a low fever that hasn't gone away. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat pediatric tonsillitis with a low fever?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis, and can be selected appropriately. If the child's condition is severe, some local treatments can also be combined, including tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections. When necessary, such as when the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be given. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also use fever-reducing medications or immediately take the child to the hospital. Tonsillitis has a characteristic of recurring, and if similar symptoms persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.