Question

Dear Parent, our 1-month-old son is experiencing sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and fever with lack of energy. How should we treat a young child’s tonsillitis with high fever effectively?

Answer

When a child has pediatric tonsillitis, parents can adopt some treatment methods to alleviate symptoms. Firstly, administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child and consider regional treatments, such as medication rinses or direct application of medication to enhance the therapeutic effect. If the child primarily exhibits sore throat symptoms, parents can give the child a moderate dose of painkillers to relieve pain. Additionally, if there is a fever, fever-reducing medication can be administered. For high fever cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Tonsillitis has a tendency to recur, and if similar symptoms occur, once the inflammation is controlled, surgical treatment can be considered. After the condition improves, it is suggested to engage the child in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.