Question
A 3-month-old girl baby experiences throat pain when speaking, accompanied by a slight cough and low-grade fever. How should infant and toddler tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
In treating infant and toddler tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, and the appropriate medication can be chosen based on bacterial culture. Additionally, regional therapy can be administered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar injection of medication. Painkillers can also be given if the baby’s throat pain is severe. If there is a persistent fever, it is recommended to use fever-reducing medication. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, surgical treatment can be considered after inflammation control. After the condition improves, it is suggested to allow the infant to engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and reduce the risk of recurrence.