Question
My son is 4 years old and has recently started complaining of a sore throat, accompanied by severe coughing and a low-grade fever. How should I properly treat the throat pain caused by his tonsillitis?
Answer
It is advised for parents to select suitable antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs for their child under the doctor’s recommendation to help alleviate the inflammatory symptoms. At the same time, regional treatments such as tonsil rinses or injections can be considered. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers may be considered. For children with persistent fever, it is advisable to use fever-reducing medication. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be considered. For recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment can be considered. During this period, ensure that the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of fruits and vegetables.