Question
A 7-year-old boy, starting elementary school, initially had a slight sore throat, and then noticed more severe coughing, along with a bit of fever and lack of energy. How should one treat infant and toddler tonsillitis effectively to relieve the discomfort?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance for their child, which can effectively alleviate the symptoms of inflammation. In addition, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injections, and laser therapy can be considered. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers may be appropriately administered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given to the child. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to medication, if a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is also advisable to consider surgical treatment. Finally, parents should pay attention to this disease and bring their child for treatment as soon as possible, and pay attention to related prevention and health care work in their daily lives.