Question
My child is 9 years old and in elementary school. They have pain when swallowing water, accompanied by severe coughing and low fever. How should I handle my child’s tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
The main method for treating pediatric tonsillitis in clinical practice is the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Parents can select treatments based on symptoms, and can also opt for regional rinsing or spraying, or even intra-tonsillar injection of symptomatic drugs, which can be very effective. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered, and fever reduction can be carried out as needed. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the child frequently experiences this condition, surgery can be considered after treatment to avoid recurrent attacks. At the same time, attention should be paid to reasonable dietary and lifestyle habits to help the child recover sooner.