Question
My son is 4 years old. Initially, he complained of a sore throat and found that swallowing was a bit difficult. Additionally, he had a low-grade fever. How should I treat his tonsillitis with low fever for optimal effectiveness?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, and the sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which shows good effects. In addition, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the child has severe throat pain, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen according to the body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be applied; if above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.