Question
An 8-year-old boy in elementary school is experiencing symptoms such as sore throat, severe cough, fever, and fatigue. This could be tonsillitis. How can it be effectively treated?
Answer
Treatment for tonsillitis may include taking antibiotics, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications. If the child primarily has a sore throat, painkillers can be used to alleviate discomfort. For fever, physical cooling methods can be used when the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius; if it exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, antipyretics may be considered. If medical treatment is ineffective and the condition recurs, surgery may be recommended. During this period, it is important to ensure that the child gets adequate rest and increases their intake of vegetables and fruits to aid recovery.