Question
Dear Baby Girl, just 3 months old, she just started to have a slight sore throat, and I noticed her voice is a bit hoarse when she speaks. Additionally, she has a persistent high fever. How should we treat an infant’s crying due to tonsillitis?
Answer
Appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be administered, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, and laser therapy. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can also be given. For fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be applied; above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. These methods are commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent attacks. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a focus on light and healthy eating, and to ensure sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.