Question
My son is 8 years old. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and he also had a slight cough. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should I treat his painful tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered. For localized treatment, laser therapy or drug irrigation is recommended. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered. In cases of fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used; above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs, surgical treatment is recommended. Pay attention to a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.