Patient's question:
The baby has had pharyngitis for nearly two months. They have been taking medicine intermittently, but it hasn't improved. Today, their tonsils have started to inflame, and they are coughing severely with phlegm that they can't cough up. Their temperature is 37.5°C. Please ask: How should I treat a 5-year-old child who had tonsillitis and high fever a few days ago?Doctor's answer:
Your child had a high fever due to tonsillitis a few days ago and has now been better for three days. Currently, they feel cold and have a body temperature of 35.7°C. If you haven’t taken fever-reducing medication in the past two days, it is highly unlikely for this to happen again. It could simply be that the weather is cold, making them feel chilly, and a temperature of 35.7°C might be due to the timing or method of measurement being incorrect.Your child has had tonsillitis for several days, and today they feel cold with a body temperature of 35.7°C. It’s best to take them to the hospital for a thorough examination and consultation to determine the exact issue.
In reality, tonsillitis is not something to be feared. Patients should believe in their ability to overcome the illness. As long as treatment is administered promptly in the early stages, the chances of stabilizing the condition and recovering are very high.