Question
A 3-year-old girl, just started experiencing a sore throat when speaking, noticed a severe cough, and also had a low-grade fever. How should one treat a child’s sore throat and crying due to tonsillitis?
Answer
Firstly, consider giving the child symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including tonsil crypt irrigation and direct tonsil injection. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving a pain reliever in moderation. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Besides medication, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, consider surgical treatment. During treatment, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid exacerbating symptoms due to catching a cold.