Question
An 8-year-old boy has started primary school and recently has been experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and high fever. How can one effectively treat a child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately used, with regional treatment methods including laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. If there is a fever, cooling methods can be chosen based on body temperature. It is important to maintain a light diet, with a focus on liquid foods during the treatment period. Surgery is also a viable treatment option, especially suitable for children with recurrent episodes. These methods are among the commonly used treatments for tonsillitis.