Question
My daughter is 5 years old. Initially, she complained of a sore throat, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. She’s been running a low fever as well. How should I treat her tonsillitis with low fever?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, first-line treatment can include symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injections, and laser therapy can be considered. If the child experiences significant throat pain, painkillers may be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can also give fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. These methods are among the commonly used treatments for tonsillitis. Moreover, surgery is also a feasible option for children with recurrent episodes. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage moderate exercise in the child to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.