Question
My daughter is currently 4 years old. Initially, she said her throat was sore, and it was found that she had a severe cough, and she also had a slight fever and seemed listless. How should a child with tonsillitis and low fever be treated?
Answer
To better treat tonsillitis, one should choose some anti-inflammatory drugs under the doctor’s guidance and undergo symptomatic treatment. This includes local treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should also administer fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. In cases of recurrent acute severe episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.