Question
A boy, already 1 year old, initially had a slight sore throat, accompanied by mild coughing, and also had a bit of fever and lack of energy. How should a child with tonsillitis and low fever be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions to give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Regional rinsing or spraying may also be considered, and symptomatic medication can be injected into the tonsils. The efficacy is quite good. If the symptoms are mainly sore throat, painkillers can be given. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should also give some fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. If the medication is not effective and the symptoms recur, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.