Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, has started to feel a sore throat, severe cough, and persistent fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis may include administering anti-inflammatory medication to the child, and in severe cases, regional treatments can be combined, such as tonsil washing and injection medications. To alleviate throat pain, appropriate painkillers can be given. If fever is present, it is important to control the temperature promptly; if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. Surgical treatment is another option, suitable for children with recurrent episodes, during which they should rest sufficiently and consume plenty of fruits and vegetables.