Question
My son is 1 year old. Initially, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also has a fever and isn’t very energetic. How should I treat his tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose suitable antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance for their child to effectively relieve the inflammatory symptoms. For localized treatment, laser therapy or drug irrigation is suggested. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be given as needed. For children with low-grade fever, physical cooling can be used to lower body temperature. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrence, so after the inflammation is controlled, surgery can be considered if similar situations occur. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child gets plenty of nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure adequate rest and avoid fatigue.