Question
My daughter is 7 years old. Initially, she had a slight sore throat, and now she is experiencing severe coughing and a persistent high fever. How should a sore throat in young children with tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first administer some anti-inflammatory medication to the child. While undergoing systemic treatment, regional therapy can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including methods such as pus cavity irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. Painkillers can also be given based on the child’s condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, which can help alleviate pain. If the child continues to have a high fever, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging reasonable dietary and lifestyle habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.