Question
My child is a 6-year-old boy. He recently said he has pain when swallowing and his voice is a bit hoarse, and he’s been a bit feverish. How should I treat a child’s swollen throat due to tonsillitis?
Answer
You can appropriately administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can also be considered, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the symptoms are mainly throat pain, painkillers can be considered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. If the child has a high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.