Question
My son is 1 year old. He has just started to feel pain when swallowing water, and I noticed he has a slight cough. He also has a low fever and seems less energetic. How should I treat his tonsillitis with low fever?
Answer
The recommended treatment is to follow the doctor’s instructions and administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child, possibly using localized treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injections. For children with severe throat pain, painkillers can be used. When accompanied by a low fever, physical cooling measures can be taken. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. Tonsillitis tends to recur easily, so after control, consider surgery. Parents should pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering another inflammation.