Question
My son is 7 years old. He recently started experiencing a slight sore throat, and I noticed that his voice sounds a bit hoarse when he speaks. Additionally, it seems like he’s been running a low-grade fever without it subsiding. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
It is appropriate to administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for treatment, and at the same time, regional treatments such as rinsing or direct application of medication can be performed to consolidate the efficacy. If there are symptoms of severe throat pain, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If there is a fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be physically cooled, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. Tonsillitis tends to recur; if there are similar situations, surgery can be considered after controlling the inflammation. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a focus on light meals, and to ensure sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.