Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. He recently complained of pain when swallowing, with more severe coughing and a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s sore throat with low fever?
Answer
The treatment methods include administering symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, local irrigation or spray, and injecting symptomatic medication into the tonsils if the sore throat is severe. For those with fever, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken; if the symptoms cannot be relieved, medical attention is a must. In addition to medication, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. During the treatment, pay attention to a light diet, mainly consisting of fluids.