Question
My son is 3 years old. He just started having a sore throat, and I noticed that his coughing seems more severe. At the same time, it seems like he has a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat my child’s sore throat and crying effectively?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. The choice of sensitive drugs can be made based on bacterial culture, which is effective. Regional therapy can also be applied, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. Painkillers can also be administered according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If there is a fever, cooling methods should be selected based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be physically cooled, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the disease is controlled to prevent recurrence. It is also recommended to have the child engage in moderate exercise after recovery to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.