Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered mild coughing, accompanied by low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with low fever be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs 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 enhance the therapeutic effect. If a child has severe throat pain, appropriate pain-relieving medications may be administered. In cases of persistent fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken orally. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.