Question
A 6-year-old boy has a sore throat, severe cough, and persistent low fever. How should children’s tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be considered, with regional treatment options including laser therapy or drug irrigation. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be used as needed. For fever, choose a cooling method based on the body temperature; physical cooling can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medications can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. Surgery is an option for recurrent attacks, and parents should regularly keep their child warm to avoid colds that may trigger a recurrence of tonsillitis.