Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that his cough seemed to be getting worse as well. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should pharyngitis with fever in young children be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotics. While taking the medication, local treatments can also be applied, such as rinsing or applying medication directly, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. If the child's throat pain is severe, appropriate pain-relieving medication can be given. If the child still has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is crucial to keep the child warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.