Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat, and I noticed he also had mild coughing. Additionally, he had a slight fever and was lacking energy. I'm asking: How should I treat his tonsillitis and high fever?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given based on the child's symptoms. For local treatment, laser therapy or medicinal rinsing is recommended. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. These are all common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.