Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should one treat tonsillitis and fever in children?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some analgesics to relieve the symptoms. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the body temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can also choose surgery for treatment under the guidance of a doctor. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.