Patient's question:
Girl baby, only 5 months old, just starting, saying it hurts when swallowing things, noticed that, coughing is quite severe, and it seems like the low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should a tonsillitis and low fever in the child be diagnosed and treated.Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, topical drug sprays or laser therapy can be applied, and pain relievers can be administered based on the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, to help alleviate the pain. If the child still has a fever, it should be managed appropriately, and if the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. While treating the condition, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.