Question
My daughter is 5 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed she had a slight cough. She also had a bit of a fever and seemed lackluster. How should I treat my child’s sore throat and crying?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, and can also be supplemented with some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, etc., which are quite effective. If the child has severe throat pain, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give the child some antipyretic medication. If the condition cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. In cases of recurrent acute severe tonsillitis or those with complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.