Question
My son is 7 years old. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also has a slight fever and isn’t very energetic. How should I treat a high fever in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
The general recommendation for treatment is to follow the doctor’s orders and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Additionally, regional treatments such as tonsil washing, tonsil injection with medication, and laser therapy can be considered. If the symptoms are primarily throat pain, painkillers may be considered; if the child continues to have a fever, oral antipyretics can be administered. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or complications, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, ensure the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.