Question
The baby boy is just over two months old and has started complaining of pain when swallowing. He also noticed his voice was a bit hoarse, and now he has a persistent high fever. How can we effectively treat a child’s sore throat due to tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s a case of pediatric tonsillitis, giving the child some antibiotics can be quite effective. While taking medication, some local treatments like rinsing or direct application of medication can help consolidate the treatment. If the main symptom is sore throat, consider giving painkillers. In cases of fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be cooled physically, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. For those with recurrent inflammatory episodes, consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it’s recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.