Question
A five-year-old boy is experiencing symptoms of swallowing pain, hoarseness, and persistent high fever, suspected tonsillitis . How should one effectively treat the high fever caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
For the treatment of tonsillitis, appropriate antibiotic medications can be considered first. Additionally, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, or laser therapy can also be adopted. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be administered to alleviate discomfort. For fever management, appropriate cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature: if the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used; if the body temperature is above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be considered. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, surgical treatment may be recommended. Parents should pay attention to this condition, seek medical attention for their children in a timely manner, and maintain daily health habits.