Question
A 6-year-old girl has a sore throat, accompanied by slight coughing and fever, and is feeling listless. How should children’s tonsillitis with fever be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic use of anti-inflammatory medications can be employed. Regional treatments may include sprays or laser therapy. If the throat pain is severe, analgesics can be considered. If the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.