Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and found that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, he had been running a low fever. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis with low fever in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children, which can effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. Pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, to help relieve discomfort. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can consider surgical treatment under the guidance of a doctor. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, with a focus on liquid foods.