Question
A boy, aged 3, has just started to feel pain when swallowing and drinking water. He also seems to have a more severe cough and a bit of fever, along with a lack of energy. How should children with tonsillitis be treated effectively?
Answer
For treatment, it is first advisable to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Complementary regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections, can also be effective. If the child has a particularly sore throat, painkillers can be administered as needed. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If the symptoms do not subside, it is essential to seek medical attention. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.