Question
The child has tonsillitis and a high fever, with an elevated white blood cell count. Medication has been taken for five days, but the symptoms have not improved. The fever has persisted for five to six days, and the tonsillitis is severe. Urgent professional advice is needed.
Answer
Tonsillitis is usually caused by streptococcal infection, and treatment can consider the use of cephalosporin or erythromycin drugs. If the patient is allergic to penicillin, caution should be exercised when using cephalosporin drugs, and a skin test should be performed. Azithromycin is also a commonly used treatment drug. At the same time, the patient should drink plenty of water and avoid spicy and cold foods. I hope these suggestions can help you, and wish your child a speedy recovery!