Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially had a slight pain in his throat, noticed it was a bit difficult to swallow, and it seemed like he had a low-grade fever that never went away. How should a child’s tonsillitis and high fever be treated?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, which is effective. While taking medication, some local treatments can also be performed to reinforce the effect, such as rinsing or direct medication. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, painkillers can be administered as needed. For persistent fever, parents can give fever-reducing medications or take the child to the hospital immediately. In cases of repeated acute severe episodes or complications, tonsillectomy may be recommended after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. At the same time, attention should be given to arranging a healthy diet and sleeping habits to aid in the early recovery from the disease.