Question
Dear Doctor, my daughter is currently 3 years old. She has just started saying that drinking water or talking makes her throat hurt. I noticed that her voice sounds a bit hoarse at times, and she also has a low fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and low fever?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Medications can be selected based on bacterial culture to choose sensitive drugs, which are effective. Regional treatments, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections, can also be employed. If the child’s sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child has a slight fever, it should be considered for antipyretic treatment. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is required. For those with recurrent acute severe episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During treatment, it is also important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplements to aid in early recovery.