Question
My son is 4 years old. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe, and he’s been a bit feverish. How should we treat a child’s tonsillitis and sore throat effectively?
Answer
For treatment, it is first advisable to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. You can also complement this with some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, etc., which are quite effective. You can also administer painkillers according to the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate suffering. If the child continues to have a fever, apply antipyretics promptly; for temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. For children with recurrent inflammatory episodes, consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity, in order to prevent recurrence.