Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started experiencing pain when swallowing water. He also has a more severe cough. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should low-fever pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic treatments, including regional rinsing or spray medications, or intramuscular injections into the tonsils, all of which are effective. If a child has severe throat pain, painkillers may be recommended. Some children may also have fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If the fever cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to these methods, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. After recovery, it is recommended to engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.