Question
A 10-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of pain when swallowing, and it was found that his coughing was also more severe. Additionally, it seems that the low-grade fever has not subsided. How should fever in infants with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s advice and administer anti-inflammatory medications to the child. Combination of systemic and localized treatment can be chosen to enhance the efficacy, including tonsil pocket irrigation or direct tonsil injection with medication. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be considered based on the situation. For fever symptoms, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes, and if similar situations occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. At the same time, reasonable dietary and rest habits should be arranged to help the disease recover as soon as possible.