Question
My daughter is 7 years old and has just started complaining that it hurts to swallow. I noticed that her coughing seems more severe, and she’s been a bit feverish. How should we treat a child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
To treat discomfort caused by a child’s tonsillitis, consider giving antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs, along with regional treatments such as laser therapy or drug irrigation. If the main symptom is throat pain, consider administering painkillers. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, seek medical attention promptly. Surgery is also a viable treatment option for children with recurrent episodes. During the treatment period, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.