Question
An 8-year-old girl is experiencing a sore throat, hoarseness, and low-grade fever and has been diagnosed with tonsillitis. How should high fever caused by pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
The treatment for high fever caused by pediatric tonsillitis usually involves following the doctor’s prescription for anti-inflammatory medication and may include regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, or laser therapy. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers may be administered. During the fever, fever-reducing medication can also be taken. High fevers should be treated promptly. If inflammation recurs, surgical treatment may be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain warmth and avoid catching a cold to worsen symptoms.