Question
My daughter is 4 years old. Initially, she felt pain in her throat when drinking water. I noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke, and she also had a slight fever and seemed listless. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and fever be treated?
Answer
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, along with regional drug sprays or laser therapy. For children with obvious symptoms of sore throat, painkillers can be used. If the child has a slight fever, cooling measures can be taken as needed. However, if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. In addition to common treatment methods, surgery is also a viable option, especially suitable for children with recurrent episodes. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with light and easy-to-digest foods as the mainstay, and to ensure sufficient rest to avoid overexertion.