Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, started to feel a sore throat while speaking. He noticed that he was coughing more severely and had a bit of a fever with a lack of energy. How should one treat and improve the effectiveness of the treatment for a child’s tonsillitis with swollen tonsils?
Answer
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, it is recommended to select appropriate anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, combined with regional treatments such as rinsing and direct medication to enhance the effectiveness. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers may be suggested to alleviate symptoms; for fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature – below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be treated with physical cooling methods, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If inflammation recurs frequently, consider surgical treatment. At the same time, pay attention to arranging a light diet for the child and increasing nutritional supplementation, which will help in a quicker recovery.