How to Handle Tonsillitis with Purulent Infection and Fever of 39 Degrees?

Question

A patient inquires about the treatment for tonsillitis with purulent infection and fever up to 39 degrees.

Answer

The doctor suggests that the purulent tonsillitis may be a result of a severe cold, usually caused by Staphylococcus aureus. The treatment plan and the patient’s constitution can affect the course of the disease. Patients who undergo drainage surgery typically require intravenous fluids for 3 days to recover, while non-surgical patients also have a relatively short treatment period, primarily depending on the patient’s constitution and bacterial resistance to medication. Patients should continue with intravenous treatment to promote a quicker recovery.