Question
Dear Baby, currently 7 years old, is experiencing throat pain along with slight coughing and low-grade fever that has not subsided. How can one effectively treat a child’s tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
In terms of treatment, anti-inflammatory medications can be administered based on the symptoms, along with regional rinsing or spraying, and appropriate medication can be injected into the tonsils for good therapeutic effects. Painkillers can also be considered, especially when the throat pain is severe, to alleviate the discomfort. For fever management, cooling methods should be chosen according to body temperature; physical cooling methods can be used if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral antipyretics can be taken if the temperature is above 38.5 degrees Celsius. Tonsillitis often recurs; if symptoms persist, surgical treatment may be considered. Additionally, parents should ensure their child stays warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.