Question
My son is 3 years old and has just started to feel pain when swallowing water. I’ve noticed that his cough seems more severe, and it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat and diagnose a high fever in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, first, symptomatic antibiotic medications can be administered, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injections. If the child has particularly severe sore throat symptoms, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should give some antipyretic medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In cases of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm and prevent colds to avoid recurrent tonsillitis.