Question
My daughter is 6 years old, and she has a slight sore throat with severe coughing. She also has a fever and seems listless. How should I treat her sore throat and tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally, it is recommended to follow medical advice, giving the child anti-inflammatory medication, performing regional cleaning or spraying, and considering injections for symptomatic relief. Pay attention to lowering body temperature and ensuring adequate nutrition. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on the body temperature; physical cooling can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. Tonsillitis often recurs; if similar symptoms occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, pay attention to adequate nutrition, consume light meals, and avoid fatigue.