Question
My son is 9 months old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and fever effectively?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be considered. If the child’s primary symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child still has a slight fever, it is advisable to administer fever-reducing measures. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the illness is controlled to avoid recurrence. During treatment, it is also important to arrange for a light diet for the child and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in an early recovery.