Question
My baby girl is only 3 months old. Initially, I noticed that she has a sore throat when she talks, and it seems like swallowing is a bit difficult. Moreover, she seems to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and fever for optimal effectiveness?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used. The choice of sensitive drugs can be made based on bacterial culture, with good results. Regional irrigation or spraying can also be performed, and symptomatic drugs can be injected into the tonsils, all with satisfactory efficacy. At the same time, oral antipyretics can be given to the child; if the fever cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible and pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent recurrent tonsillitis caused by catching a cold.