Question
My child is a 9-year-old boy. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. He’s also been running a fever. How should I treat high fever in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally, high fever caused by tonsillitis in children can be treated through the following methods: Firstly, administer some symptomatic antibiotics to the child, as this method is quite effective. Additionally, regional treatments can be carried out, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, and laser therapy. When the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be given based on the child’s condition to help alleviate the pain. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can use fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. If the child repeatedly experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment as soon as possible. Moreover, parents should pay attention to keeping the child well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.