Question
A baby girl, just one month old, initially felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed a slight cough, and had a bit of fever and lack of energy. How should a sore throat in children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. For localized treatment, laser therapy or medication irrigation is suggested. If the main symptom is sore throat, consider giving some painkillers. Additionally, if there is also a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention early. For those with recurrent acute severe cases or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child, enhance nutritional supplementation, and help with an early recovery.