Question
My daughter is 1 year old, and she has a sore throat, severe cough, and fever. What are effective treatment methods for pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
For the treatment of tonsillitis, you can choose anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, and consider regional use of medication sprays or laser therapy. If the child has severe throat pain, you can give pain relief medication as needed; for low-grade fever, physical cooling can be applied. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If there are repeated acute severe symptoms or complications have occurred, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. In addition, parents should ensure the child stays warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent a recurrence of tonsillitis.