Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 7 months old. Initially, he complained of pain when swallowing, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should I treat low fever in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, as well as regional irrigation or spraying, or injecting symptomatic medications into the tonsils. These treatments are generally effective. If the child primarily exhibits symptoms of throat pain, parents may consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, choose a coolingmethod (cooling method) based on the body temperature; for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used. For temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretic drugs can be administered. If your child frequently experiences such situations, consider surgical treatment after the condition is controlled to avoid recurrence. Pay attention to a light diet during treatment and mainly consume fluids.