Patient's question:
My little girl, she is 9 years old. At first, her throat felt a bit sore, and she also had a cough that seemed quite severe. Additionally, she had been running a low-grade fever. I would like to ask: How should high fever from tonsillitis in infants and young children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are all effective. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can give fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar cases occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focused on light foods, and ensure they get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.