Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in primary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was noticed that his cough was quite severe. He also had a slight fever and was lacking energy. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and low-grade fever be treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, which is quite effective. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be combined. Pain relievers may also be given when the child's sore throat is particularly severe. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can administer antipyretic drugs or take the child to the hospital immediately.In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.