Question
Dear reader, my daughter is currently 7 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat while speaking, and I noticed she had a severe cough. Moreover, she now has a persistent high fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis with fever?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. One can choose sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, which have proven to be effective. Regional irrigation or spray treatments can also be administered, as well as injecting symptomatic medications into the tonsils. The efficacy of these treatments is generally good. In cases where the child’s throat pain is particularly severe, painkillers can be administered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. It is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible for high fevers. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure the child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.