Question
My son is 1 year old, and he recently has been experiencing a sore throat, slight cough, and low-grade fever. How should I treat the red swelling of his tonsils?
Answer
For the treatment of children’s tonsillitis, medication can be used under a doctor’s guidance, including oral medications and local treatment methods, such as tonsil lavage or intratonsillar injections. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered; if the child continues to have a fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medicine or seek immediate medical attention. If tonsillitis frequently recurs, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment early. After the condition improves, it is suggested to allow the child to engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.