Question
Dear Baby, she’s just 5 months old, and she just started saying she has a sore throat. I noticed that she is coughing quite severely and has a low-grade fever. How should I treat my baby’s swollen tonsils due to tonsillitis?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it’s a case of pediatric tonsillitis, it can be effectively treated by giving the child some antibiotics. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be considered. If the child primarily has a sore throat, parents can consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar situations occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Pay attention to a light diet in everyday life, and mainly consume liquid foods during treatment.