Patient's question:
Female baby, only 6 months old, just starting out. She says even drinking water feels painful in her throat. She noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. At the same time, she already has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should one treat tonsillitis and high fever in a child?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their children some anti-inflammatory medications. They can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation, tonsillar injections, etc., which are all good options. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents can give appropriate pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, they can take some fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.