Question
My child is a 8-year-old boy. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe, and he has had a slight fever all along. How should I treat his fever effectively for tonsillitis?
Answer
For treatment, it is first advisable to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. You can also complement this with regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections, which are quite effective. If the child’s primary symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some pain relief medication. At the same time, physical cooling methods can be used for low-grade fevers. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child gets plenty of nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light foods, and to ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.