Question
My child is a 5-year-old boy. He recently started complaining of a sore throat when swallowing, and I noticed that he has been coughing more severely, and he’s been a bit feverish. How should children with low-fever pharyngitis be treated?
Answer
Parents can give their child anti-inflammatory medication to treat pediatric pharyngitis. Additionally, regional treatments such as rinsing or directly applying medication can enhance the effectiveness. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered. If the child still has a low fever, consider using fever-reducing medication. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to medication, for recurrent episodes of pharyngitis, surgery may also be considered. Moreover, parents should ensure warmth to prevent catching a cold and subsequent recurrence of pharyngitis.