Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 1 month old. He has just started to have a bit of a sore throat, and I noticed he is coughing quite severely. Moreover, he now has a persistent high fever. How should one treat a child with tonsillitis and low fever?
Answer
Generally, if a child has tonsillitis with low fever, it is advisable to administer some antibiotics according to the symptoms, which are usually effective. Additionally, regional therapy methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications can be combined. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. For cases where the fever persists, oral fever-reducing medications can be taken. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet consisting mainly of light foods, and to ensure plenty of rest and avoid fatigue.