Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows, and then we noticed he has severe coughing and has had a low-grade fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat tonsillitis with low-grade fever in young children?Doctor's answer:
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, you can choose some anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor, or use local medications such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can also be given to children. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, seek medical attention promptly. These are all 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 immunity and prevent recurrence.