Question
A 4-year-old boy has just started saying he has a sore throat, and his voice sounds hoarse when he speaks. Now he has a persistent high fever. How should we treat the child’s tonsillitis and sore throat?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, with good effects. Regional treatments can also be employed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. If the child’s main symptom is sore throat, parents may consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. If the medication is not effective and the symptoms recur, surgical treatment is recommended. During treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest.