Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. He just started to have a sore throat, with more severe coughing and a bit of fever, and he seems listless. What are the treatment methods for low-fever pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. They can also use local rinses or sprays, or inject symptomatic medications into the tonsils, which are all effective treatments. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. For high fevers, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease and take their child to the doctor for treatment as soon as possible. Also, be sure to pay attention to related preventive and health care measures in daily life.