Question
A boy, just over 7 months old, has just started to feel a sore throat when speaking, and his voice sounds hoarse. It seems he has had a low fever all along. How can you effectively treat a child’s sore throat and crying?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, it can be effectively treated by giving the child some antibiotics. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, laser treatment, etc. If the pain in the throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child continues to have a fever, timely use of antipyretics is recommended. For temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is also advisable to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, and the diet should be light. Also, pay attention to rest and avoid fatigue.