Question
The boy is 2 years old. Initially, he complained of pain when swallowing, and it was found that he also had a slight cough. Now, he has a persistent fever that does not go away. How should a child with a sore throat and fever be treated?
Answer
For treatment, it is first advisable to administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments can be carried out, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intramuscular injection, laser treatment, etc. Painkillers can also be given according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child continues to have a fever, timely application of antipyretic medication should be used; if the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be employed. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child well-warmed in daily life to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.