Question
A 5-year-old girl is experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, and persistent high fever, suspected of tonsillitis. How should one effectively treat the condition to alleviate the pain?
Answer
The treatment of tonsillitis usually involves following the doctor’s orders to administer antibiotics and may include local treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or medication injections. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers may be given as appropriate. In cases of persistent fever, it is important to use antipyretics promptly, and physical coolingmethods can be used if the temperature does not reach 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the child frequently experiences such symptoms, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrent attacks. It is advisable to maintain a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.