Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. He also had a low fever. Please ask: How should pediatric tonsillitis with fever be treated?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. While systemic treatment is administered, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including crypt irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the child has severe throat pain, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is advised. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise for the child to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.