Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, started to feel a sore throat when speaking. He noticed that he was coughing more severely and had a low-grade fever. How should infant and young children with tonsillitis and high fever be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, the first step is to use targeted antibiotic medications. Regional rinsing or spraying can also be considered, as well as injecting symptomatic medication into the tonsils. These treatments are quite effective. If the child’s sore throat is severe, it is recommended to administer pain relief medication according to the situation. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. It is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible for high fever. If your child frequently experiences this condition, after the illness is controlled, consider surgical treatment to prevent recurrence. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease and take their child for medical treatment as soon as possible. Also, be sure to pay attention to preventive and health care measures in daily life.