Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and discovered that his cough seemed to be quite severe as well. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with fever in infants and young children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used, and symptomatic medications can be injected into the tonsils, all of which have good efficacy. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can be given to the child. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention.In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child follows a light diet and receives adequate nutritional support to help them recover as soon as possible.