Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 9 years old, initially had a slightly sore throat. He noticed it accompanied by mild coughing, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should low-grade fever from tonsillitis in young children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms, and can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation, tonsillar injections, etc., which are all good options. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be selected based on the temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. The above methods are currently the most commonly used for treating tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, suitable for children with recurrent episodes. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.