Question
Dear Baby, she is just 5 months old. At first, she said it hurt to swallow, and I noticed that she had a slight cough and seemed to have a low fever that never went away. What should be the effective treatment for children with tonsillitis?
Answer
For treatment, first, you can provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. While taking the medication, you can also perform some regional treatments, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, to consolidate the therapeutic effect. In necessary cases, such as when the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can also be administered. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing medication can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. Moreover, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm and preventing colds to avoid recurrent inflammation of the tonsils.