Question
A 2-year-old boy is experiencing symptoms of swallowing pain, hoarseness, fever, and lack of energy, suspected to have tonsillitis. How should sore throat caused by pediatric tonsillitis be treated to achieve good results?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are typically recommended for treatment, which usually shows significant effects. In addition, regional application of medication sprays or laser therapy is also a viable option. If the sore throat is severe, consider giving appropriate painkillers. If accompanied by fever, treatment for fever reduction should be carried out according to the situation, especially when the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical assistance should be sought. The aforementioned methods are common treatment approaches. However, if tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is advisable to consider early surgical treatment. During the treatment period, special attention should be paid to keeping the child warm and avoiding exacerbation of symptoms due to catching a cold.