Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, reported a sore throat at first and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be treated?
Answer
If a child develops tonsillitis with fever, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injections. If the throat pain is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the fever persists, oral antipyretics may be required. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may be recommended. Parents should also ensure their child stays warm to prevent recurrent tonsillitis due to colds.