Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, started to feel a slight pain in his throat, accompanied by a mild cough and low-grade fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and low fever be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, appropriate antibiotic medications can be used for treatment. Additionally, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injections, and laser therapy can be considered. For cases with severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered to the child. If the child has fever symptoms, antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to the above common treatment methods, surgery is also a viable option, particularly suitable for children who have recurrent episodes. During the treatment period, it is necessary to ensure that the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of vegetables and fruits.