Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. Initially, he complained of a sore throat, accompanied by severe coughing and persistent low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis with high fever for the best effect?
Answer
When treating pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first administer anti-inflammatory medication to their child, or use local medications such as cleaning the tonsillar crypts or injecting medication into the tonsils. For children with significant throat pain, painkillers can be applied. Some children may have fever as well, in which case they can be given oral antipyretics. If symptoms do not subside, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to medication treatment, if a child frequently develops tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, ensure that the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of vegetables and fruits.