Patient's question:
My son is 3 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, he has had a slightly feverish condition for quite some time. I would like to ask: How should tonsillitis with high fever be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are all good options. If the child has a sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature: below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used; above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication is recommended. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and further inflammation of the tonsils.