Question
My daughter is 2 years old. She recently started having a sore throat, and I noticed her coughing seems more severe. Additionally, she’s been running a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis, as she is crying and restless?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms, or perform local rinsing or spraying, and can also inject symptomatic medications into the tonsils. The efficacy is quite good. In necessary cases, such as when the child has severe throat pain, some painkillers can be administered. Children with fever symptoms can take some antipyretic medications. In severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is suggested to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.