Question
My child is a 4-year-old boy. He has recently started experiencing throat pain, accompanied by severe coughing and fever. How should the treatment for a child’s tonsillitis be conducted?
Answer
It is recommended to choose the appropriate antibiotic or anti-inflammatory medication under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Regional rinsing, spraying, or intratonsillar injection of symptomatic medication can also be considered, with good results. If the child has throat pain, some painkillers can be given; if there are fever symptoms, antipyretic medication can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If inflammation recurs frequently, parents may consider surgical treatment under a doctor’s guidance. Additionally, parents should ensure warmth to prevent colds from triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.