Question
My 2-year-old son has been experiencing a sore throat, hoarseness, and persistent fever recently. How should high fever in children with tonsillitis be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
The current treatment for pediatric tonsillitis primarily involves the use of antibiotics, which can be selected based on bacterial culture to treat with sensitive medications. Regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or drug injections can also be performed. For children with significant throat pain, painkillers can be used. For fever, cooling methods can be chosen based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be applied, while oral antipyretics can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. These are common treatment methods. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to supplement nutrition, eat a light diet, and ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.