Question
A boy, 8 years old, is in elementary school. Initially, he said that drinking water or swallowing felt painful. He also noticed that his coughing seemed more severe and he has had a slight fever. How should one treat a child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis for the best effect?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is recommended to start with symptomatic antibiotic medication. For regional treatment, laser therapy or pharmacological irrigation is suggested. If the symptoms are mainly throat pain, consider giving some painkillers. If the child also has a fever, it is appropriate to consider giving some fever-reducing medication. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs, surgical treatment is recommended. During treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest.