Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 2 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water felt painful in her throat. She noticed that her cough seemed to be more severe as well, and it seemed like her low-grade fever never subsided. Please ask: How should I treat tonsillitis and high fever in my child?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance the therapeutic effect. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgery under the guidance of a doctor for treatment. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.