Question
A boy, who is already 2 years old, initially experienced a slight pain in his throat, finding swallowing a bit difficult, and also had a slight fever and lack of energy. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis pain?
Answer
To effectively treat tonsillitis, one can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, such as regional applications like tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. If the child has severe throat pain, some painkillers can be administered accordingly. For persistent fever, it is advisable to use fever-reducing medication, and physical coolingcan be applied if the temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. These are common treatment methods, but if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended 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.