What to Do If a Child’s Throat Swells, Turns Red, and Pus, and They Have a Fever Under 39 Degrees?

A child’s throat swelling, turning red, and pus with a fever under 39 degrees may be caused by purulent tonsillitis or upper respiratory tract infection. The former requires antibiotic treatment and may lead to other diseases. The latter can be treated with antiviral medication and usually improves with age. It is recommended to consult the otolaryngology department of a hospital.
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