Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was found that he also had mild cough. Additionally, it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers should be considered to relieve the discomfort. Persistent fever in children should be treated with antipyretics, while physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5°C. In cases of multiple acute severe episodes or complications, tonsillectomy is advised after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.