Question
My child has tonsillitis, with a sore throat, sometimes even painful when swallowing saliva, accompanied by a fever reaching 38.5 degrees Celsius, and elevated white blood cell count. They have already taken amoxicillin and fever-reducing medication, but the symptoms have only slightly improved. I would like to inquire about what medication should be taken for a child with tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
Acute tonsillitis accompanied by fever may be caused by catching a cold. First, check if there is redness and swelling in the throat. Treatment for acute tonsillitis usually involves antibacterial and anti-inflammatory medications, such as penicillin and cephalosporin drugs, combined with traditional Chinese medicine such as Yanhuhuning and Pudilan, as well as fever-reducing drugs like ibuprofen or nimesulide. It is recommended to drink plenty of water, get adequate rest. Additionally, strengthen physical exercise, especially in winter, participate in outdoor activities to enhance the body’s ability to adapt to cold temperatures, and reduce the chance of tonsillitis. Keep the mouth clean by rinsing after eating. The indoor temperature should not be too high, just enough not to feel cold. Diet-wise, drink plenty of water and consume nutritious, easily digestible semi-liquid foods such as rice porridge, rice gruel, soy milk, vegetable puree, egg soup, etc.