Question
Dear Baby, currently 3 years old, initially felt pain even when drinking water, accompanied by slight coughing and a bit of fever. How should sore throat caused by tonsillitis be treated in children?
Answer
The primary treatment involves administering symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms, which can include systemic or regional therapy, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or regional injections. If sore throat is the main symptom, painkillers can be considered, and fever should be managed appropriately. If the child frequently experiences this, surgery may be considered after treatment to prevent recurrence. It is recommended that the child engage in moderate exercise post-treatment to boost immunity and prevent a recurrence.