Question
My son is 1 year old. Initially, he said his throat was sore, and I noticed that when he talks, his voice is a bit hoarse. He also has a fever and seems listless. How should I treat his swollen and red tonsils for better effectiveness?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. At the same time, regional treatments can be performed, such as lavage or direct medication application, to consolidate the efficacy. For children with obvious symptoms of pharyngalgia, painkillers can be used. If the child keeps running a fever, parents should also administer fever-reducing drugs or take the child to the hospital immediately. If the medication is not effective and it recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During treatment, it is mainly important to ensure the child stays warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the symptoms.