Patient's question:
My son is 3 years old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed something. Later, we noticed he had a mild cough, and he also had a slight fever and seemed tired. Could you please tell me how to treat a child's tonsillitis with fever for the best results?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture results, or it can be combined with local treatment methods. Options such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication are effective. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate discomfort. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. However, if the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. These are common treatment approaches. If a child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider early surgical intervention. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.