Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed, and he noticed it accompanied by mild coughing. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with low-grade fever be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, first, they can take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. For local treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication rinsing. If the child has severe sore throat, it is advisable to give pain relievers based on the situation. If the child has persistent fever, timely use of fever-reducing medication is necessary. If the temperature is not above 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, and the diet should be light. Additionally, it is necessary to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.