Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat. I noticed that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low fever hasn't gone away. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat tonsillitis with low fever in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. Additionally, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy can also be performed. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has been feverish for an extended period, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. Tonsillitis is known for its recurrent nature. If similar episodes occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. At the same time, it is important to ensure the child has a balanced diet and proper rest habits to help the disease recover as soon as possible.