Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was found that his cough was quite severe. At the same time, he had a slight fever and was lacking energy. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be treated?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. While systemic treatment is administered, local therapies can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, and providing analgesics for children, especially when throat pain is severe, to alleviate discomfort. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. In addition to these pharmacological treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent colds and further episodes of tonsillitis.