Question
A 7-year-old girl has recently been experiencing throat pain, mild coughing, and persistent low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis and throat pain be treated?
Answer
The treatment for pediatric tonsillitis includes oral anti-inflammatory drugs, regional cleaning or spraying, regional injections of symptomatic medications. If necessary, painkillers or fever-reducing drugs can be administered. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required, and in some cases, surgery can be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure adequate nutrition intake, a light diet, and sufficient rest to avoid overexertion.