Question
My son is 7 years old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He has also had a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, and the sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, with good effects. For regional treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or drug irrigation. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If the child still has a fever, some antipyretic medicine can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.