Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in primary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and noticed mild coughing. At the same time, he had low fever. Question: How should tonsillitis with fever be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has 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 be performed. If the child has severe throat pain, appropriate analgesics may be administered. For fever symptoms, fever-reducing medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is known for its recurrent nature. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.