Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, complained of a sore throat while speaking and had a severe cough. Now he has a high fever that does not subside. How should a child with a sore throat and low fever be treated?
Answer
In clinical practice, the main treatment for pediatric tonsillitis is the use of antibiotic medications. According to the results of bacterial culture, antibiotics sensitive to the medication are selected, which yield good results. Additionally, regional treatment methods can be adopted, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intravenous medication injection, and laser therapy. If the child has severe throat pain, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child has a slight fever, a moderate amount of antipyretic can be taken. However, if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication treatment is ineffective and recurrent, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to keeping the child warm and avoiding catching a cold to worsen the symptoms.