Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 6 months old, and he’s just started saying he has a sore throat. I’ve noticed that he’s been coughing quite severely, and it seems like he’s had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should pediatric tonsillitis and throat pain be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis, and they can be chosen appropriately. In addition to systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be selected to enhance efficacy, including methods such as pus cavity irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the child primarily exhibits throat pain symptoms, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case they can be given oral antipyretics. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. For those with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children well-warmed in daily life to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.