Question
My son is 4 years old. He recently started having a sore throat, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. He also has a slight fever and doesn’t seem very energetic. How should I treat his sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the primary methods and medications used in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to the symptoms. In addition, regional medication sprays or laser therapy can be considered. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to give some painkillers depending on the situation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If there is no relief, medical attention is necessary. These are common treatment methods, but if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm and preventing colds to avoid recurrence of tonsillitis.