Question
Baby boy, just over 2 months old, is experiencing throat pain and difficulty swallowing, accompanied by low-grade fever. Inquiry: How should infant and toddler tonsillitis with fever be treated?
Answer
It is recommended to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance for the child to take, which can alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Regional treatments can also be considered, such as tonsil irrigation or regional drug injections. Adequate painkillers should be administered based on the child’s condition, especially when the throat is severely painful, to relieve the pain. If the child continues to have a fever, immediate use of fever-reducing medication is required. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be adopted. These are common treatment methods. If the child’s tonsillitis frequently recurs, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During this period, ensure the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.