Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started experiencing a slight pain in his throat. He has noticed that his voice sounds hoarse when speaking, and it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should a child with tonsillitis and high fever be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, along with regional treatment methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications. If the child’s sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child still has a fever, antipyretic treatment should be considered. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought promptly. If the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, early surgery is recommended. During treatment, it is also important to ensure a light diet for the child, enhance nutritional supplementation, and promote recovery.