Question
Dear Baby Girl, currently 9 years old, just started feeling pain in her throat when swallowing water. She also has a bit of difficulty swallowing and a slight fever, loss of energy. How should pediatric tonsillitis with fever be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
It is recommended for parents to select appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their child under a doctor’s supervision to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Regional therapies such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection medications can also be considered. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers may be suggested to relieve symptoms. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If the symptoms persist, it is essential to seek medical attention. Besides medication treatment, surgery is also a viable option, especially suitable for children with recurrent episodes. Lastly, parents are advised to take this disease seriously, seek medical treatment as early as possible, and pay attention to related preventive and health care measures in their daily lives.