Question
My son is 8 years old and has recently started feeling a sore throat, with more severe coughing and a high fever. How should I treat his red and swollen tonsillitis for the best results?
Answer
To effectively treat tonsillitis, one can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance for symptomatic treatment, and also consider regional treatments to enhance efficacy, such as pus cavity irrigation and regional tonsil injections. When the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered, and physical coolingcan be performed for low-grade fevers. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, immediate medical attention should be sought. Tonsillitis tends to recur easily, so after the inflammation is controlled, surgery can be considered. It is advisable for parents to pay attention to this disease, take their child to the doctor for treatment promptly, and also pay attention to relevant preventive and health care measures in daily life.