Question
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said he felt pain when swallowing, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. At the same time, it seems like he has been running a low-grade fever without it subsiding. How should a sore throat in children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, antibiotics can be used first, along with local treatments such as rinsing or direct application of medication. Painkillers and fever reducers may be considered, and in severe cases, immediate medical attention is recommended. Surgery is one of the viable options. Pay attention to keeping warm to prevent colds from triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.