Question
My son is 2 years old. He recently started saying that he feels pain when drinking water, and his cough seems more severe. Moreover, he has a persistent high fever. How should I treat my child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally, for pediatric tonsillitis, it is recommended to give the child some antibiotics, which are quite effective. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can be chosen to enhance the efficacy, such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct medication injection into the tonsil. If the child experiences throat pain, he can be given painkillers. If the child has a fever, he can be given a fever-reducing medicine in moderation. However, if the fever persists, please seek medical attention promptly. Besides the above treatment methods, surgery is also a feasible treatment option for children with recurrent episodes. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.