Question
My child is a 2-year-old boy. He recently started saying that he has a sore throat when swallowing. Upon inspection, I noticed he has a slight cough as well. Additionally, he’s been a bit feverish. How should I treat and diagnose my child’s tonsillitis with crying and distress?
Answer
It is appropriate to administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can also be carried out, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or tonsil intramuscular injection. If the child’s main symptom is sore throat, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. At the same time, if there is a low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to the above medication treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. During this period, pay attention to allowing the child to rest sufficiently and consume more vegetables and fruits.