Question
A 2-year-old boy has been complaining of pain when swallowing, accompanied by a slight cough and a persistent low-grade fever. How should a child’s tonsillitis be treated for the best effect?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the primary methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, which can be selected according to symptoms. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the child experiences severe throat pain, it is recommended to provide pain relief medication based on the situation. If the child continues to have a fever, parents are advised to use fever-reducing medication or to take the child to the hospital immediately. These are common treatment methods. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. Parents should pay attention to treatment and also be mindful of related preventive and health care measures.