Patient's question:
My little girl is 8 years old. At first, she had a slight sore throat, and then I noticed her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. Now, she has a high fever that won't go down. I'm asking: How should I treat her tonsillitis if her tonsils are swollen and red?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. While taking the medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as rinsing or applying medication directly, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is advisable for parents to consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the body temperature. For temperatures below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used; for temperatures above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. Finally, it is hoped that parents can take this disease seriously, bring their child to the hospital for early diagnosis and treatment, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.