Question
A 7-year-old boy, at first, felt a sore throat when speaking, found that swallowing was a bit difficult, and also had a low-grade fever. How should children with tonsillitis and low fever be treated?
Answer
The treatment for children with low fever and tonsillitis includes symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs. In addition to systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be chosen to enhance the efficacy, which includes methods such as pus cavity irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. Painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If there is also a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. In case of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. For those with recurrent acute severe cases or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining good dietary hygiene and sufficient rest time.