Question
Dear reader, my daughter is currently 8 years old. Initially, she complained of pain when swallowing water, and I noticed her coughing seemed more severe. Moreover, it seems like she has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should one treat a child with tonsillitis and high fever?
Answer
To effectively treat tonsillitis, it is advisable to choose symptomatic medications with anti-inflammatory properties under a doctor’s guidance. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child experiences significant throat pain, analgesics can be administered. For persistent fever, apply antipyretic medication promptly. For temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling (cooling) can be used. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to maintain a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.