Treatment for High Fever in Children with Tonsillitis

Question

A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, has recently started feeling a sore throat, accompanied by severe coughing, and is experiencing a persistent high fever. How should one effectively treat pediatric tonsillitis with high fever?

Answer

For those seeking effective treatment for tonsillitis, it is advisable to choose medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance for symptomatic treatment. Regional therapy options may include laser treatment or medication irrigation. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be administered as needed. For the fever, different cooling methods can be adopted based on body temperature; physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medications can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the medication is ineffective and the symptoms recur, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.