Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started primary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and noticed it accompanied by mild coughing. Also, it seems like the low fever hasn't gone away. Question: How to treat tonsillitis and low fever in young children.Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, both of which are effective. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. Persistent fever in children should be promptly treated with antipyretics. Physical cooling methods can be used if the temperature is below 38.5°C. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery at an early stage. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light and easily digestible foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be ensured to avoid fatigue.