Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 4 months old. He has recently started saying he has a sore throat, and I’ve noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult for him, and he seems to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should one effectively treat pediatric tonsillitis with high fever?
Answer
For effective treatment of pediatric tonsillitis with high fever, consider selecting some anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, and regional irrigation, spraying, or intratonsillar injection of symptomatic drugs can be considered. Additionally, if the child has a sore throat, appropriate pain relievers can be administered to alleviate pain. If the child has a fever, it should be addressed promptly; if it exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgery may be recommended. Parents should also ensure warmth to prevent colds from triggering another episode of tonsillitis.