Question
The boy is already 3 years old and initially complained of a sore throat. He was found to have a hoarse voice when speaking, accompanied by a low fever. How should a child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms, and while taking medication, they can also undergo some local treatments, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, to consolidate the efficacy of the treatment. If the main symptom is throat pain, consider giving the child some painkillers. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretics can also be taken. For high fever cases, it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If tonsillitis recurs frequently or complications have occurred, it is suggested to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Pay attention to light diet in daily life, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.