Question
Dear parents, my son is just over 8 months old. He has started to have a bit of pain in his throat, and it seems difficult to swallow. He also has a slight fever and lacks energy. How should we treat the discomfort caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the primary methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose treatments based on symptoms, and in addition to systemic medication, regional treatments can also be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections. If the main symptom is throat pain, consider administering analgesics. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be cooled physically, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, it is recommended to undergo surgical treatment. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.