Question
My son is 9 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. Additionally, it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and low fever be treated?
Answer
In treating pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. They can also perform local rinsing or spraying, or inject symptomatic medication into the tonsils, which are all effective treatments. If the child has a particularly sore throat, some painkillers can be administered as needed. If the child still has a fever, it should be treated accordingly. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to seek surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest time.