Question
A 7-month-old male infant is suffering from tonsillitis accompanied by a high fever. Initial symptoms include throat pain during speech, difficulty swallowing, and low-grade fever. How should one effectively treat such tonsillitis and high fever?
Answer
Treatment for tonsillitis typically involves the use of antibiotics and the selection of appropriate medication can be made based on the situation. For regional treatment, it is recommended to consider laser therapy or pharmacological irrigation. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers can be used to relieve discomfort. For persistent fever, timely application of fever-reducing medication is necessary; if the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be adopted. If the child frequently experiences such conditions, after controlling the illness, surgical treatment may be considered to avoid recurrent attacks. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate rest and nutrition.