Question
A 6-year-old boy, at first, said he had a sore throat, and it was found that swallowing was a bit difficult. Additionally, it seems like he has had a low fever that hasn’t gone away. How should throat pain caused by tonsillitis in children be treated?
Answer
It is suggested that parents should choose suitable antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs for the child under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate inflammatory symptoms. At the same time, regional treatments such as rinsing or direct medication can be used to consolidate the efficacy of treatment. If the throat pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can be administered. If accompanied by fever, oral antipyretics can be taken. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, medical consultation is needed. If the medication is not effective and there are repeated occurrences, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During this period, attention should be paid to allowing the child to rest sufficiently and consume more vegetables and fruits.