Question
My daughter is 5 years old. Initially, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed her voice was a bit hoarse. She also had a slight fever and seemed listless. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis to achieve good results when they are crying?
Answer
To treat a child’s tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can be chosen to enhance the efficacy, including methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation, direct tonsil injection with medication, etc. Under the condition of throat pain, painkillers can also be given to the child. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid catching a cold to exacerbate symptoms.