Question
A 6-year-old boy, initially, felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed a slight cough, and now has a persistent high fever. How should a child with a sore throat caused by tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose appropriate medications based on the symptoms. If the child’s condition is severe, some regional treatment methods can be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications. If the child primarily has a sore throat, it is recommended that parents give a moderate amount of pain relief medication. If the child has a fever, it should be brought down promptly; if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought immediately. If the child frequently experiences this condition, surgery can be considered after the illness is controlled to prevent recurrence. At the same time, attention should also be given to arranging reasonable diet and lifestyle habits for the child to aid in early recovery.