Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks, and he also has a low fever. Question: How should tonsillitis with low fever be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children, which can effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, laser therapy, etc. When necessary, such as when a child experiences severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied for temperatures below 38.5°C. These methods are commonly used in the current treatment of tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and subsequent recurrent tonsillitis.