Question
Dear Baby, she is just 1 month old. Initially, there was a bit of pain in the throat, and it was found that coughing was also more severe. At the same time, there was a low-grade fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child experiences severe throat pain, it is recommended to use painkillers to relieve symptoms. For children with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. For those with repeated acute severe cases or complications, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks.