Question
A nine-month-old boy starts to feel a sore throat when he begins to talk, accompanied by a slight cough and fever, lacking in spirit. How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be treated?
Answer
It is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection of medication can also be considered. If the throat pain is severe, painkillers can be considered. For persistent fever, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment, and ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.