Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that her cough was quite severe. Additionally, it seemed like her low-grade fever never subsided. I would like to ask: If her tonsils are inflamed and she has a high fever, how should she be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. When necessary, such as when a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be administered. If the child still has a fever, it should be managed accordingly. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, prompt medical attention is required. The above are common treatment methods. However, if a child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider early surgery. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.