Question
My son is 6 years old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that he was coughing quite severely, and he’s been running a low fever. What should be the proper treatment for a low fever in children with tonsillitis?
Answer
For treatment, you can first administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. You can also complement this with some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, and other effective options. Depending on the child’s condition, you may also give some painkillers, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate suffering. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should consider giving some fever-reducing medication or immediately taking the child to the hospital. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.