Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 9 months old, just started, says his throat hurts even when drinking water, noticed it, accompanied by mild cough, and a bit of fever and no energy. Please ask: How should I treat my child's tonsillitis and low-grade fever?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Pain relievers can also be administered based on the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, to help alleviate the pain. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is not above 38.5 degrees Celsius. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly suitable for children who experience recurrent episodes. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent them from catching colds and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.