Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, has recently been experiencing symptoms such as a sore throat, pain when drinking water, slight coughing, and persistent fever. I would like to know how to treat a child with tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
To effectively treat tonsillitis, the following symptomatic treatment measures can be taken under a doctor’s guidance: Firstly, select some anti-inflammatory medications for treatment. If the child’s sore throat is severe, painkillers can be administered according to the situation. For regional treatment, it is recommended to try laser therapy or drug irrigation. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can give the child fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital for medical attention. In addition to medication, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, parents can consider surgical treatment, which should be selected under a doctor’s guidance. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with light and easy-to-digest foods, mainly in liquid form.