Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that her cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, it appeared that her low-grade fever hadn't subsided. I would like to ask: How should I treat her tonsillitis and low-grade fever?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be administered. If a child has persistent fever that does not subside, oral fever-reducing medications can be taken. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.