Question
My son is 9 years old and a boy. He started saying he had a sore throat, and I noticed he had a slight cough as well. He also has a bit of a fever and seems less energetic. How should I treat a child with tonsillitis and high fever?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment can be adopted, along with systemic and regional treatments to enhance efficacy. Regional treatments include methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and direct medication injection into the tonsil. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered in appropriate amounts. Additionally, if the child has a low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used for treatment. If the child’s temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment as early as possible. It is crucial to provide warmth and avoid catching cold during the treatment period.