Question
My son is 4 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and his voice was a bit hoarse. He also had a fever and seemed lackluster. How should I treat my child’s sore throat and tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
Generally speaking, for pediatric tonsillitis, it is effective to administer some antibiotics according to the symptoms. For regional treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the symptoms are mainly throat pain, consider giving some painkillers. If the child also has a fever, you can consider giving some fever-reducing medicine. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, pay attention to giving your child a sufficient amount of nutrition, and maintain a light diet. Also, ensure your child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.