Question
A 13-year-old boy, attending elementary school, has recently been experiencing throat pain accompanied by a slight cough and low-grade fever. How should high fever in children with tonsillitis be treated for optimal effectiveness?
Answer
In general, for pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotic treatment can be considered, along with regional washing, spray or injectable medications. For throat pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, antipyretics can be given or immediate medical attention should be sought. If the child frequently experiences inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. It is also important to maintain a light diet, focusing on fluid foods.