Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. He just started experiencing a sore throat, and I noticed that his cough seems to be quite severe as well. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. I would like to ask: How should pediatric tonsillitis with low-grade fever be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. 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 sore throat is severe, to help alleviate the pain. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly.In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.