Question
The 3-month-old baby boy is just starting to say that his throat hurts, and it seems he has difficulty swallowing. He also has a low fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and crying be treated?
Answer
Generally, if it’s a case of pediatric tonsillitis, it’s effective to give the child some antibiotics according to the symptoms. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve the symptoms. If the child still has a fever, it is permissible to take some fever-reducing medicine. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. During this period, make sure the child gets plenty of rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.