Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was found to be accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, he had low fever. Question: How should the child be treated for tonsillitis and low fever?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. When necessary, such as when the child's sore throat is particularly severe, pain relievers can be administered. If the child has fever symptoms, fever-reducing medications can be taken. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.