Patient's question:
My male child is 3 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and found that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should I treat tonsillitis and fever in children?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance the efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the child has a relatively sore throat, appropriate pain-relieving medication can be given. If the child still has a fever, it is advisable to consider fever reduction. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. 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 the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be ensured to avoid fatigue.