Question
My child is a 1-year-old boy, and he has been experiencing a sore throat, cough, and fever recently. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
It is advised that parents select suitable antibiotic or anti-inflammatory medications for treatment under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. If the symptoms are severe, consider laser therapy or regional medication irrigation. If the sore throat is severe, painkillers can be considered to relieve symptoms. Additionally, if there is a low-grade fever, physical coolingcan be used, but if the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, medical attention should be sought promptly. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment early. Moreover, parents should pay special attention to keeping warm to avoid colds triggering a second episode of tonsillitis.