Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, noticed it, accompanied by mild coughing, and also had low-grade fever. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and low-grade fever be diagnosed and treated.Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the child has severe sore throat, it is recommended to give them pain relievers based on the situation. Children with fever symptoms can take some fever-reducing medications. If the condition is severe, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, suitable for children who experience recurrent episodes. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.