Question
The child has been experiencing a low fever of 37.12 degrees Celsius for four days. Despite undergoing intravenous fluid therapy, blood tests, and X-rays, the results show tonsillitis. However, the fever persists after taking penicillin and symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. The cheeks are flushed. What should be done?
Answer
Acute and chronic tonsillitis can cause various complications, including regional ones such as acute otitis media, rhinitis, sinusitis, pharyngitis, cervical lymphadenitis, and peritonsillar abscesses, as well as systemic complications such as rheumatism, acute glomerulonephritis, sepsis, arthritis, skin diseases, myocarditis, and bronchial asthma. We sincerely hope the child can recover soon and enjoy a healthy body and a beautiful life.