Question
My son is 9 years old. He just started saying that he feels pain when drinking water, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Moreover, he has a persistent high fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used. You can choose sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, which has a good effect. Regional irrigation or spraying can also be considered, and symptomatic drugs can be injected into the tonsils. The therapeutic effects are all quite good. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child keeps running a fever, parents should also administer antipyretic medication, or immediately take the child to the hospital. For those with recurrent severe acute cases or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During this period, make sure the child gets plenty of rest and eats more vegetables and fruits.
