Question
My child is a 2-year-old boy. He has just started to complain of pain when swallowing and drinking water. I noticed he has a slight cough and has been running a low fever. What should be done for the pain caused by tonsillitis in children, and what treatment methods are effective?
Answer
Antibiotics are the most commonly used method for treating tonsillitis and can be chosen appropriately. In addition to medication, regional treatments such as gargling or direct application of medication can be used to enhance the effectiveness. Painkillers can be given for throat pain, and antipyretics can be taken orally if there is a persistent fever. If the child has recurrent inflammation, surgery may be considered. Parents should pay attention to keeping the child warm and avoid exposure to cold to prevent the tonsillitis from flaring up again.