Question

Dear Parent, my son is just over 7 months old. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed his voice was a bit hoarse. Additionally, he has a persistent high fever that doesn’t seem to go away. How should I treat my child’s sore throat and tonsillitis?

Answer

The methods for treating pediatric tonsillitis include:

  • Choosing sensitive antibiotic medications based on the results of bacterial culture.
  • Regional drug administration sprays or laser therapy can be used.
  • If the child’s sore throat is severe, consider using appropriate painkillers.
  • If the child continues to have a fever, parents can use fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital.
  • Surgery is one of the feasible methods, applicable to children with recurrent attacks. It is recommended to engage in moderate exercise after surgery to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence. These methods are among the more commonly used for treating pediatric tonsillitis.