Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should I treat tonsillitis with low-grade fever in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. For local treatment, laser therapy or medication rinsing is recommended. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods should be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, seek medical attention promptly. These are all common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. While treating, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child, enhance nutritional supplementation, and help them recover sooner.