Question
A 6-year-old boy has just started to feel pain when swallowing water, and he has noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when speaking. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis with fever for optimal effectiveness?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, it is advisable to give the child some symptomatic antibiotics, as this treatment method is usually effective. Regional drug use can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication injections. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be administered to the child. If the child still has a fever, appropriate antipyretic measures should be taken. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention as soon as possible. For children who have recurrent episodes of inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and providing sufficient rest time.