Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Meanwhile, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can the treatment for tonsillitis and fever be most effective for the child?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. Local treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are both effective. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, oral antipyretic drugs can be administered. In addition to these pharmacological treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may choose surgery under the guidance of a doctor for treatment. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.