Question
Dear parents, our daughter is currently 6 years old. She initially experienced a sore throat, making it uncomfortable to drink and causing difficulty in swallowing. She also had a low-grade fever. How should we diagnose and treat tonsillitis with high fever in children?
Answer
The treatment of tonsillitis in children can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, performing regional cleaning or spraying, injecting symptomatic medications into the tonsils, all of which can be effective. Additionally, pain relievers can be administered to relieve pain, especially when there is severe throat pain, which can help alleviate suffering. Concurrently, physical cooling (physical cooling) can be used to lower fever, and if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen symptoms.