Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 1 month old. Initially, he complained of a sore throat, and upon observation, his voice was a bit hoarse during speech. He also had a slight fever and seemed less energetic. How should high fever in young children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, anti-inflammatory medication can be given according to symptoms, and some local treatments such as rinsing can be carried out at the same time to consolidate the efficacy. If there is severe throat pain, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child still has a fever, consider antipyretic treatment. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and sufficient rest time.