Question
A one-year-old boy is suffering from tonsillitis with a high fever, accompanied by symptoms such as sore throat and hoarseness. How should this condition be treated?
Answer
The treatment of high fever caused by tonsillitis usually involves following the doctor’s orders to administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child and may be supplemented with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection of medication. For children with significant throat pain, painkillers can be used to alleviate discomfort. If there is a low-grade fever, physical cooling measures can be taken; if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. For recurrent episodes of tonsillitis, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with light meals and enhance nutritional supplementation to promote recovery.