Patient's question:
My male child, who is 3 years old, started with a slightly sore throat. I noticed it accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, he has a slight fever and is lacking energy. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis with fever in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication can be used in conjunction. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics can be administered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.