Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 7 years old and is experiencing throat pain and a hoarse voice, accompanied by a slight fever. How should we treat infant and young children with tonsillitis?
Answer
It is recommended to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate the symptoms of inflammation. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct drug injection can be considered. For throat pain, analgesics may be given. If the child still has a tendency to fever, it is necessary to consider antipyretic measures. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought immediately. If the drug treatment is not effective and the condition recurs, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging light meals, supplementing nutrition, and helping the child recover as soon as possible.