Question
My son is 6 years old and has just started to feel a sore throat when speaking. I noticed that his coughing seems more severe as well, and he also has a low-grade fever. How should one treat tonsillitis with high fever in young children?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, they can be treated with anti-inflammatory medication, regional rinsing or spraying, and symptomatic injections into the tonsils, all of which are effective. Painkillers can also be given to relieve throat pain. Additionally, if there is a fever, antipyretics can be taken. It is still recommended to seek medical attention early if the fever is high, especially if there are repeated acute severe episodes or complications. In such cases, tonsillectomy may be recommended after the acute inflammation subsides in two weeks. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and to avoid catching a cold to worsen symptoms.