Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then he started coughing quite severely. Additionally, he has had a low-grade fever for a while. I would like to ask: How should I treat my child's tonsillitis and high fever?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child anti-inflammatory medication, or use local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar injections. Pain relievers can also be administered based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen according to the temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.