Question
My son is 5 years old. He recently started having a sore throat, and I noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks. He also has a slight fever. How should a child with a sore throat due to tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis and can be chosen according to the child’s condition. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the sore throat is quite severe, some painkillers can be administered. For children with fever symptoms, antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and to avoid catching a cold to exacerbate the symptoms.