Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 9 months old. He started saying that he has pain when swallowing, and I noticed that his voice is a bit hoarse during speech. He also has a slight fever and seems less energetic. What should be done to treat the red swelling in a child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, and the sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has good effects. In addition, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be given, and if the child has severe throat pain, it is recommended to give some painkillers according to the situation. At the same time, physical cooling can be used for low fever, and if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to have surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, attention should also be paid to arranging a light diet for the child and supplementing nutrition to help recover as soon as possible.