Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started to feel a sore throat when speaking, accompanied by a slight cough and a bit of fever, lacking in energy. How should a child with a sore throat and low fever be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Regional treatment methods can also be combined, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections, which are quite effective. If the child’s sore throat is severe, painkillers can be administered according to the situation. If the child continues to have a fever, timely use of fever-reducing medication is recommended. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is also advisable to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also necessary to ensure the child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.