Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 6 months old and has started to complain of a sore throat, with his voice sounding hoarse at times. He also has a low-grade fever. How should a child with sore throat and tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, the first step is to use antibiotic medications for treatment. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatments can also be performed, such as rinsing the tonsil crypts or injecting medication into the tonsils. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered. If the child has fever symptoms, antipyretic drugs should be taken. In severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These methods are among the commonly used treatments for tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent attacks. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good diet hygiene and sufficient rest time.