Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 5 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking. He noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well, and he also had a slight fever and was lacking energy. Please ask: How should low-grade fever caused by tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be performed, such as irrigation or direct application of medication, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, fever-reducing drugs can be taken orally. In cases of multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering recurrent tonsillitis.