Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially had a slight sore throat, and noticed that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like the low fever had not subsided. How should a child with a sore throat and fever be treated effectively?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered, and regional treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. Painkillers can also be given to the child for throat pain, and physical cooling measures can be taken. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought promptly. It is recommended that if a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery should be considered as soon as possible, and attention should be paid to a light diet, with liquid food being the mainstay during treatment.