Question
My daughter is 1 year old. When she starts talking, she feels a sore throat, accompanied by a slight cough and low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and fever?
Answer
Currently, in clinical practice, antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are primarily used to treat children’s tonsillitis. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms, and regional treatments such as washing or direct medication can be administered to enhance the efficacy. If the child’s throat is extremely painful, some painkillers can be administered in moderation. If there is a fever, cooling methods should be chosen based on the body temperature: physical cooling can be done if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, and oral antipyretics can be taken if it exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius. For children with recurrent severe acute episodes or complications, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the symptoms.