Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 6 months old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat. She noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, she had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be treated?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be given appropriately. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Pain relievers can also be administered based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen according to the body temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used; if it is above 38.5°C, oral antipyretics can be taken. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar conditions persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.