Question
My son is 3 years old. Initially, he felt pain when swallowing water, and it seemed that his cough was more severe. He also had a bit of a fever and seemed less energetic. How should a child with tonsillitis and high fever be treated?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, with good effects. Regional irrigation or spray treatments are also available, and symptomatic drugs can be injected into the tonsils. These treatments are all effective. In necessary cases, such as when a child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a persistent fever, oral antipyretics can be taken. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest.