Question
A 3-year-old boy is experiencing a sore throat, accompanied by a slight cough and low fever. How should one diagnose and treat pediatric tonsillitis with low fever?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics may be considered for the child, along with local treatments such as cleaning the tonsillar crypts, injecting medication, or laser therapy. If the sore throat is severe, painkillers can be used in moderation. If fever is present, cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature; physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment as soon as possible. Parents are advised to pay attention to this condition and seek medical attention and preventive healthcare services as early as possible.