Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 8 months old. He started to complain of pain when swallowing water, and it seems he has difficulty swallowing. Additionally, he’s been running a slight fever. How should I treat my child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is first advisable to use some antibiotics for symptom relief, as well as combining regional treatment methods such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered to alleviate the symptoms. Moreover, if fever is present, fever-reducing medication can be taken. In case of high fever, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treatment. However, if the child has recurrent episodes of tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider early surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is recommended to let the child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.