Patient's question:
My little girl is 1 year old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse. At the same time, it seemed like she had a low fever that never went away. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat tonsillitis with high fever in young children?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication may also be used. Pain relievers can be given to the child, especially when the throat pain is intense, to help alleviate discomfort. Persistent fever should be treated with antipyretics, and physical cooling methods can be used if the temperature is below 38.5°C. If there is a history of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.