Question
A boy who is 2 years old started with a slight sore throat, and it seems he has difficulty swallowing. Additionally, he now has a persistent high fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and high fever be treated effectively?
Answer
In the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, with medications sensitive to bacterial cultures being selected for good results. In addition, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. Some children may also have fever, and in this case, oral antipyretics can be given. If the fever cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the illness is controlled to avoid recurrence. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest time.