Question
Dear parents, our baby boy is just over 4 months old. Initially, he felt pain when swallowing and drinking water. We noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and he also had a slight fever with lack of energy. How should we treat a child’s tonsillitis with fever?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used. The choice of sensitive medication can be made based on bacterial culture, which has proven to be effective. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injection. In cases where the child’s throat pain is particularly severe, painkillers can be administered. If there is also a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. For children with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.