Question
Baby girl, just 7 months old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and she also had a bit of fever and seemed listless. How should pediatric tonsillitis with high fever be treated?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, which yields good results. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, including tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injections, and laser therapy. Painkillers can also be administered for throat pain, and antipyretics should be used promptly if the child continues to have a fever. Physical coolingcan be used for temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius. For children with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. At the same time, attention should also be given to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.