Question
A 9-year-old boy, now in elementary school, initially complained of a sore throat, and it was discovered that he was also coughing more severely, and it seemed like he had a persistent low fever. How should crying and distressed infants with tonsillitis be medically treated?
Answer
For treatment, first provide symptomatic medications based on the child’s symptoms, and also consider regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injection therapy, and laser treatment. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered. For those with low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as soon as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.