Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that his cough was quite severe, accompanied by a low fever. Please advise: How should tonsillitis with low fever be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used. Medications can be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic treatment, all of which have good efficacy. If the sore throat is severe, pain relievers can be given appropriately. If the child still has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and avoid further exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.