Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered it was accompanied by mild coughing. Moreover, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can the high fever from tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. While taking the medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as rinsing or applying medication directly, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. If the child's sore throat is severe, it is recommended to give them pain relievers based on the situation. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.