Question
A 1-year-old boy has just started experiencing pain when swallowing, and it has been noted that he is coughing quite severely, with a bit of fever and a lack of energy. How should one treat a child’s sore throat and crying?
Answer
For treatment, it is first recommended to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or tonsil injection. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be administered. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should also use fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. In cases of recurrent acute severe conditions or complications, it is advised to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.