Question
A 2-year-old boy is experiencing a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and low-grade fever. How should tonsillitis with fever in young children be treated?
Answer
The treatment for tonsillitis typically involves the use of antibiotic medications, along with regional therapies such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injection therapy, and radiation treatment. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be used. The method of dealing with fever depends on the body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be employed, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be used. If inflammation recurs frequently, surgery may need to be considered. At the same time, reasonable diet and rest should be provided for the child to promote recovery. Thank you for your feedback! I’m more than happy to answer any other questions or provide further assistance you may need.