Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 5 months old. He’s just started saying he has a sore throat, and I’ve noticed he’s been coughing quite severely. He also has a low-grade fever. How should a child with tonsillitis be treated when they are crying?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the primary methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms and can also complement some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications, which are quite effective. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. If the child continues to have a fever that does not subside, some antipyretic medication can be taken orally. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children with recurrent attacks, and it is recommended to take children for moderate exercise after the condition improves to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.