Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed it, and had severe coughing. At the same time, it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: How can I effectively treat tonsillitis and high fever in my child?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered, and they can also be combined with local treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are all effective. When necessary, such as when a child's sore throat is particularly severe, pain relievers can also be given. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be selected based on the temperature: physical cooling is suitable for temperatures below 38.5°C, while oral antipyretics can be used for temperatures above 38.5°C. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is essential to ensure the child stays warm and avoid further worsening the symptoms by catching a cold.