Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 1 month old. He has started to complain of a sore throat, and I’ve noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. He also has a slight fever and seems listless. How should a child with sore throat and tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to the symptoms. If the child’s condition is severe, some regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, etc. Under the condition of sore throat, painkillers can also be given to the child. Some children may also have a fever, in which case some antipyretics can be administered orally. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is essential to seek medical attention. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.