Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also had a slight fever and was lacking energy. Could you please advise on how to treat a child with tonsillitis and fever?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. When necessary, such as when the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Additionally, it is necessary to pay attention to rest and avoid fatigue.