Question
My son is 8 years old and has been complaining of pain when swallowing. Upon inspection, I noticed he has a slight cough and a low-grade fever. How should I treat his tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
To effectively treat tonsillitis, it’s recommended to choose symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance. While taking medication, you can also undergo some local treatments, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, to reinforce the treatment. If the pain in the throat is severe, you can give some painkillers. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it’s important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is also advisable to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it’s important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.