Question
My daughter is 7 years old. Initially, she felt pain when drinking water and swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Now, she has a persistent high fever. How should I treat her tonsillitis and fever for the best effect?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered, along with systemic treatment, possibly supplemented by regional therapy to enhance efficacy. This can include procedures such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If throat pain is severe, appropriate painkillers may be given. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention, especially if there are multiple acute severe infections or complications. It is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for about two weeks and after the condition improves, it is advisable to engage the child in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.