Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy. Initially, he complained of pain when swallowing, and I noticed he has been coughing quite severely, and he’s been running a slight fever. How should I treat fever in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s a case of pediatric tonsillitis, it’s effective to give the child some antibiotics according to the symptoms. Additionally, regional treatment methods can be combined, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections with medication, which are also good options. If the child primarily exhibits symptoms of throat pain, parents can consider giving some pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should administer antipyretic medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the illness is controlled to avoid recurrence. During this period, make sure the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.