Question
A 4-year-old boy has reported throat pain when swallowing, with more severe coughing and a low-grade fever. How should a child’s tonsillitis pain be treated for optimal effectiveness?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, and the choice of sensitive drugs can be made based on bacterial culture, with good results. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the child primarily exhibits symptoms of throat pain, it is recommended for parents to consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. In cases with fever, the method of cooling should be selected based on body temperature; physical cooling can be used below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. For those with repeated acute severe cases or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.