Patient's question:
My male baby is 2 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water made his throat hurt. Then, he was found to have a slightly hoarse voice when speaking, and he had been running a low fever. Please ask: How can the treatment for tonsillitis and low fever in children be most effective?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotics. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture results, which have shown good efficacy. While taking medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, to reinforce the therapeutic effect. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the body temperature. For temperatures below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral antipyretics are recommended for temperatures above 38.5°C. In addition to these pharmacological treatment methods, if a child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment under the guidance of a doctor. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.