Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 4 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts, and we noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, he has a low fever. Please ask: How can the tonsillitis and low fever in the child be treated most effectively?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, which is quite effective. Additionally, local medication sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate the symptoms. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery at an early stage. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and further inflammation of the tonsils.