Question
A four-month-old boy is experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and a fever with a lack of energy. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
The primary treatment for pediatric tonsillitis involves the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Appropriate medications can be selected based on the symptoms, and regional treatments such as gargling or direct medication can be administered to enhance the efficacy of the treatment. If there is throat pain, painkillers can be given to the child; some children may have a fever, and oral fever-reducing drugs can be administered. If symptoms do not subside, medical assistance should be sought. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early on, and during this period, the child should rest adequately and consume plenty of fruits and vegetables.