Question
Dear readers, my daughter is only 4 months old. She has just started to have a sore throat, and I’ve noticed her coughing seems more severe. Now, she has a persistent high fever. How should we treat tonsillitis and fever in infants?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, they can be treated with anti-inflammatory medication. Additionally, regional treatments can be administered, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injections, and laser therapy. If the child’s primary symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child still has a fever, it should be treated appropriately. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If a child repeatedly experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Also, it is necessary to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.