Question
My daughter is 1 year old, and she experiences a sore throat when speaking, along with a slight cough and a persistent low-grade fever. How should I effectively treat her sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally speaking, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. At the same time, some regional treatment methods can be adopted, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections, which are good options. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be considered to help alleviate the pain. If the child continues to have a fever, timely use of antipyretic medication is necessary. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. In addition to medication treatment, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, surgical treatment can also be considered. During the treatment period, the child should pay attention to a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods.