Question
How can I treat my child’s tonsillitis effectively? He is an 8-year-old boy who just started feeling pain when swallowing. I noticed that his cough seems more severe, and he also has a low-grade fever. What is the most effective way to treat a child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
For treatment, consider giving symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs based on the symptoms, and also consider regional treatments to enhance effectiveness, such as tonsil pocket irrigation and tonsil injection medications. For fever, choose a cooling method according to body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used; above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. If there is a recurrence of inflammation, consider surgical treatment. During the treatment process, pay attention to nutritional supplementation, light diet, and ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.