Question
A 1-month-old baby boy is experiencing sore throat and cough, and has been found to have a slight fever with lack of energy. How can one treat pediatric tonsillitis with low fever to achieve better results?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for treating tonsillitis, and regional treatment methods such as cleaning the tonsillar crypts or injecting medication can also be considered. For children withobvious sore throat, painkillers can be used; symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication should be used promptly when fever persists. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be considered. For recurrent inflammation, surgery may be an option. Parents should pay attention to keeping the child warm and avoid colds that may trigger a relapse of tonsillitis.