Question
Dear Baby, currently 2 years old, just started to say that she is sore when swallowing, noticed that when she speaks, her voice sounds a bit hoarse, and it seems like she has had a low-grade fever all along. How should children with tonsillitis and a sore throat be treated effectively?
Answer
It is recommended that parents, under the guidance of a doctor, choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their child to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. At the same time as systemic treatment, regional treatments can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including tonsil crypt irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsil. In cases where necessary, such as when the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, painkillers can also be administered. Some children may also have fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be considered. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.