Question
Dear Baby, just 5 months old, she just started to feel pain when swallowing water, and I noticed her voice is a bit hoarse when she talks. She also has a bit of a fever and seems less energetic. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis when they are crying and distressed?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are currently the main methods and drugs for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms, or opt for regional therapy such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. If the symptoms are mainly throat pain, consider giving some pain-relieving medications. If the child continues to have a fever, apply antipyretics promptly. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents may consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and focus on soft foods during the treatment period.