Question
A 3-year-old girl is feeling unwell, seems to lack energy, and it’s unclear what’s wrong. How should one handle a child with fever and tonsillitis?
Answer
Pediatric tonsillitis can be caused by bacterial or viral infections, with main symptoms including fever, cough, sore throat, difficulty swallowing, red and swollen tonsils, and inflammation. Treatment primarily involves systemic antibiotics and regional medications. If there is no improvement after one week of treatment, it may be necessary to conduct a tonsillar bacterial culture and sensitivity test to select the appropriate antibiotic based on the pathogen, while also using nebulization or regional lozenges for enhanced effect.