What Should You Do If a Child Has a Sore Throat and Fever for Several Days?

A 6-year-old child has had a fever for several days, with a body temperature ranging from 37.5 to 39 degrees. After several days of injections, the fever did not subside. Two blood routine tests were done, and during the second follow-up visit, it was found that the tonsils were inflamed, accompanied by a swelling under the chin (unknown if it’s a lymph node). The blood routine test showed normal blood items. What should be done?
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What Should You Do If Your Child Has a Sore Throat and Fever?

Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the main methods for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic treatment, along with regional treatments such as tonsil irrigation or internal drug injections, and can moderately administer painkillers. If the fever persists, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly and consider surgical treatment. If the tonsils frequently inflame, it is recommended to have surgery in a timely manner. Parents should pay attention to keeping warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent recurrent tonsillitis.
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