Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing, and it was found that swallowing was a bit difficult. Additionally, he now has a persistent high fever. How should a sore throat due to tonsillitis be treated in children?
Answer
Treatment methods include appropriate treatment antibiotics, systemic and regional treatments, such as pus cavity irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsil. If the sore throat is severe, painkillers can be administered. For persistent fever, timely application of antipyretics is required; physical cooling can be performed if the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible, while also paying attention to a reasonable diet and sleep habits to help the disease recover as soon as possible.