Question
My son is 7 years old. He recently started saying that his throat hurts, and I’ve noticed he’s been coughing quite severely, and he’s also had a slight fever. How should I treat fever in a young child with tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is advisable to provide anti-inflammatory medication and consider regional treatments such as laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the throat pain is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child also has a fever, it should be treated with antipyretics. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early on. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.