Question
My daughter is 9 years old. She recently started feeling a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, she seems to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat a high fever in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. The choice of medication can be based on the sensitivity test of the bacteria, which has proven to be effective. For regional treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If the child continues to have a persistent fever, oral antipyretics can be taken. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.