Question
A 12-year-old boy is experiencing a sore throat and has noticed his voice is a bit hoarse, accompanied by a low-grade fever. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
In treating this condition, it is advisable to administer symptomatic antibiotic medications to the child. If the situation is severe, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications can be considered. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be used as needed; if the fever persists, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment as soon as possible. During this period, ensure the child gets ample rest and consumes plenty of vegetables and fruits.