Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 3 years old, initially said that even drinking water made her throat hurt. She then developed severe coughing and also had a low fever. Could you please advise on how to treat pediatric tonsillitis with a low fever?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Additionally, local medication sprays or laser therapy can be administered. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child also has a low fever, physical cooling methods should be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. In cases of multiple acute severe episodes or complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid further aggravating the symptoms by preventing them from catching a cold.