Question
Dear Baby, she is just 3 months old and just started to have a sore throat when speaking. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and now she has a persistent high fever. How should I treat a child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
Firstly, parents can give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Regional treatments can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. In cases where the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. It is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible for persistent high fevers. If there are multiple acute severe cases or complications, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. Pay attention to a light diet during treatment and mainly consume liquid foods.