Question
A 2-month-old boy feels pain when talking and drinking, has a hoarse voice, is feverish, and lacks energy. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis and sore throat effectively?
Answer
When a child experiences tonsillitis and a sore throat, consider the following treatment methods:
- Administer anti-inflammatory medication to alleviate symptoms.
- Undergo regional treatments, including tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injections, and laser therapy.
- If the sore throat is severe, use painkillers as appropriate.
- If the child has a fever, provide antipyretic medication. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly.
- If the child frequently has tonsillitis and sore throat, consider surgical treatment after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence.
- During treatment, pay attention to maintaining good dietary hygiene and ensuring the child has adequate rest. Please note the following additional information:
- Since the child is quite young, treatment should be under the guidance of a doctor.
- Surgical treatment should be considered after the condition is controlled, and whether surgery is necessary will be determined by the doctor’s assessment.