Question
My child is a 8-year-old boy. Initially, he had a slight pain in his throat, and when he talks, his voice sounds hoarse. He has also been running a fever. How can I treat his sore throat and fever caused by tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory medication can be administered, along with regional therapy such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections. If the throat pain is severe, appropriate painkillers can be given. For fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral antipyretics can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents may consult with a doctor to consider surgical treatment. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.