Question
My son is just over 6 months old. Initially, he said his throat hurt, and I noticed he had a slight cough and a low-grade fever. How should I treat high fever in a child with tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
Parents are advised to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their child under the guidance of a doctor to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Additionally, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar drug injections can be performed. Painkillers can also be given for a sore throat, and cooling methods should be selected based on body temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used; above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest time.