Question
Dear parents, my son is just over 2 months old. Initially, he complained of a sore throat, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t subsided. How should I treat high fever in pediatric tonsillitis for the best results?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to give to their child, which can effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. If the child’s condition is more severe, some regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injection medications, etc. If the throat pain is quite severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child continues to have a fever, apply antipyretics promptly. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. If the medication is not effective and there are repeated episodes, consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.