Question
My daughter is 3 years old. Initially, she felt pain when drinking water and said her throat was sore. I noticed she had a slight cough and seemed to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis with high fever for the best effect?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be provided, including regional therapy such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intramuscular injections into the tonsil. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered appropriately. Moreover, if there is a fever, antipyretics can be taken. It is still recommended to seek medical attention early for high fever. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is suggested to consider surgery as soon as possible. During this period, make sure the child gets enough rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.