Question
A 13-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially reported a sore throat, accompanied by coughing and fever. How should one diagnose and treat tonsillitis with fever in children?
Answer
Common treatment methods for tonsillitis include antibiotic therapy, regional medications such as tonsil washes and injections, pain relief for throat discomfort, and cooling methods based on body temperature. For temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling is recommended; for higher temperatures, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If a child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery early on. It is also important to ensure adequate nutrition, a light diet, rest, and to avoid fatigue.