Question
Baby girl, 8 months old, has a slight sore throat and severe cough, and has been running a low fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis with low fever be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic antibiotic medications can be used first, along with regional treatments such as tonsil irrigation or intratonsillar injections. If the symptoms are mainly sore throat, painkillers can be considered. Additionally, if there is a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken. It is recommended to seek medical assistance during high fever. After the condition is controlled, surgery can be considered to prevent recurrent episodes. After the condition improves, it is suggested that the child engage in appropriate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.