Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 8 months old. He has just started to complain of a sore throat when speaking, and it seems he has difficulty swallowing. Additionally, he has a bit of a fever and is not very energetic. What should be the proper treatment for a child’s tonsillitis with high fever?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatments can be chosen to enhance efficacy, including pus pocket irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the child has a particularly sore throat, some painkillers can be administered. If the child still has a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. However, if the fever persists, it is imperative to seek medical attention promptly. For those with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.