Patient's question:
My male baby is 2 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and I noticed that his cough was quite severe. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis with high fever in infants and toddlers?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents can administer pain relievers as needed to alleviate the discomfort. If the child also has a fever, it is advisable to provide fever-reducing measures. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary.In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. After the condition improves, it is suggested to encourage appropriate exercise to boost the immune system and prevent recurrence.