Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. He has just started to complain of a sore throat while speaking, and I’ve noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, it seems like he’s been running a low fever that hasn’t gone away. How should we diagnose and treat pediatric tonsillitis with low fever?
Answer
Antibiotics are the commonly used medication for treating pediatric tonsillitis, and they can be chosen based on the situation. In severe cases, regional treatments such as tonsil washing and injection medications can be considered. Painkillers can be administered as needed to relieve pain, especially when there is severe throat pain. For children who continue to have a fever, it is important to use antipyretic medication promptly. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be considered. Tonsillitis in children often has a tendency to recur, and in such cases, surgical treatment may be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain a light diet, focusing mainly on liquid foods.