Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 5 months old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and it seemed he had difficulty swallowing. He also had a bit of a fever and seemed listless. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and low fever for the best effect?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms, or opt for regional rinsing or spraying, or even inject symptomatic medications into the tonsils. The efficacy is quite good. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is necessary to seek medical attention. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.