Question
The 4-year-old girl just started to complain that it hurts when she swallows, noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and also has a bit of fever and lacks energy. How should a child’s tonsillitis and high fever be treated effectively?
Answer
For treatment, it is first advisable to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms, and also regional medication such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar injection of medication, etc. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child continues to have a fever, timely application of antipyretic medication is recommended. If the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used. These methods are currently commonly used in treating tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.