Question
My son is 9 years old. He feels a sore throat when speaking, has a severe cough, a bit of a fever, and is not very energetic. How should I treat his tonsillitis and fever for the best results?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, anti-inflammatory medications can be used symptomatically, and regional treatments such as tonsil washing or injection medications can also be combined. In case of severe throat pain, painkillers can be used. If the fever persists, it is advisable to use antipyretics as soon as possible. When the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be adopted. If the medication treatment is ineffective and symptoms recur, consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the condition.