Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 3 months old. He has recently started to have a slight pain in his throat, and when he speaks, his voice sounds hoarse. It seems like he’s been running a low-grade fever all the time. How should a child’s sore throat due to tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotic medications, and regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the child primarily has a sore throat, parents can consider giving painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child also has a fever, then fever reduction should be considered. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. In cases of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.