Question
A 9-year-old boy, initially complaining of pain when swallowing, has been found to have difficulty swallowing. Additionally, he now has a persistent high fever. How should high fever in children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose the appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their child to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered, and painkillers should be given based on the child’s condition, especially when there is severe throat pain, which can help relieve discomfort. If there is a fever, cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature; physical cooling can be done if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, and antipyretic medication can be taken orally if it is higher. If the child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the condition stabilizes to prevent recurrence. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen symptoms.