Question
My child is a 9-year-old boy. Initially, he felt a sore throat while speaking, noticed that he had a severe cough, and also had a bit of a fever and seemed lackluster. How should one treat tonsillitis with fever in children?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms, or opt for local irrigation or spraying, or even inject symptomatic medication into the tonsils. These treatments are all quite effective. If the symptoms are mainly throat pain, consider giving some painkillers. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give your child some oral antipyretics. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. These methods are among the most commonly used for treating tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children with recurrent attacks. After the condition improves, it is recommended to have your child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.