Question
A one-year-old girl is experiencing throat pain while speaking, severe coughing, and low-grade fever, suspected to be tonsillitis. How should one effectively treat throat pain caused by infant tonsillitis?
Answer
Treatment for tonsillitis usually involves the use of antibiotics and the selection of appropriate medication can be made based on the situation. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections are also viable options. If the child’s throat pain is severe, analgesics can be considered. Use antipyretics promptly when there is persistent fever, and physical coolingcan be adopted if the temperature does not reach 38.5 degrees Celsius. For children who suffer from recurrent inflammation, parents can consider surgical treatment under the doctor’s advice. It is advisable to maintain a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during the treatment period.