Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 6 months old and has just started to complain of a sore throat. I noticed that he seems to have difficulty swallowing and is a bit feverish and lacks energy. How should we treat low fever in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, and sensitive medications can be chosen based on bacterial culture, with good results. Concurrently, regional treatments such as irrigation or direct medication can be administered to consolidate the therapeutic effect. If the child has a particularly sore throat, analgesic medication can be considered. If the child has a fever, it should be treated appropriately; if the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. For cases with recurrent acute severe symptoms or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to providing the child with adequate nutrition, with a focus on light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure sufficient rest and avoid fatigue.