Question
My daughter is 7 years old. She recently started complaining that drinking water hurts her throat and her cough seems more severe. Now, she has a persistent high fever. How should I treat her pediatric tonsillitis and fever effectively?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs and regional therapies such as laser therapy or medication irrigation is recommended. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers can be used to alleviate symptoms. In cases of fever, the method of temperature reduction should be chosen based on the body temperature; physical cooling methods can be adopted if the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken if the body temperature is above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If there is a repeated occurrence of inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. After the condition improves, it is recommended to engage the child in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.