Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he had been slightly feverish for a while. Please ask: How should high fever caused by pediatric tonsillitis be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their children anti-inflammatory medications. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child has severe throat pain, pain-relieving medications can be given as appropriate. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be administered. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Furthermore, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. While undergoing treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and ensure adequate nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.