Question
My son is 7 years old. Initially, he had a sore throat, and now he has a severe cough. He also has a bit of a fever and seems rather listless. How should I treat his tonsillitis and low fever?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Regional treatments can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. If the child’s throat pain is severe, some painkillers can be given as needed. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on the body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be treated with physical cooling methods, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar conditions exist, after the inflammation is controlled, surgery can be considered. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.