Question
My baby girl is only 6 months old. She has just started to have a sore throat, and I’ve noticed that her coughing has become more severe. Now, she has a persistent fever that doesn’t seem to go away. How should I treat my child’s swollen tonsils due to pharyngitis?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately administered. In severe cases, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections can be considered. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, painkillers may be recommended to alleviate symptoms. If the child has a fever, it should be treated accordingly. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought immediately. In cases of recurrent acute severe conditions or complications, tonsillectomy should be performed two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, maintain a light diet, and get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.