Question
A 5-year-old boy has just started complaining of pain when swallowing, and it seems his coughing has become more severe. Additionally, he now has a persistent high fever. How should one treat a child’s sore throat and crying due to tonsillitis?
Answer
One can appropriately administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. While taking medication, it’s also advisable to perform some localized treatments, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, to reinforce the treatment effect. In cases of throat pain, children can be given painkillers. For fever symptoms, children can take fever-reducing drugs. In severe cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is suggested to undergo tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. Pay attention to a light diet during the treatment period, and focus on liquid foods mainly.