Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. At first, she said that swallowing was painful, and it was found that her cough was also quite severe. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should high fever from tonsillitis in infants and young children be treated?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Local rinsing or topical spraying can also be used. Medications can also be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic treatment, all of which have good efficacy. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is advisable to use pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. For children with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. In cases of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent them from catching a cold and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.