Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing water, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and also had a slight fever and lack of energy. How should children with tonsillitis and high fever be treated effectively?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, regional medication such as tonsil crypt irrigation, or intratonsillar injections. Painkillers can also be administered depending on the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate suffering. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should consider giving fever-reducing medication or immediately taking the child to the hospital. For those with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.
