Question
My daughter is 1 year old. Initially, she said she felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, she seems to have a persistent low fever. How should we treat her low-fever tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be chosen appropriately. Additionally, regional treatments can be considered, including tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, and laser therapy. If the child experiences severe throat pain, it is recommended to use some painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If the child still has a fever, it may be appropriate to take some antipyretics. However, if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. For those with recurrent acute severe cases or those with complications, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During treatment, it is also important to ensure the child has a light diet and to enhance nutritional supplementation to help recovery as soon as possible.