Question
My daughter is 2 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when speaking, accompanied by a slight cough, and it seems like she’s had a low fever all along. How should a child with tonsillitis and low fever be treated?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, which yields good results. Concurrently, regional therapy can be chosen to enhance efficacy, including methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct medication injection. If symptoms are mainly sore throat, consider painkillers. For persistent fever in children, apply antipyretics promptly. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical coolingcan be used. In cases of recurrent severe acute episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsidence. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.