Question
A 2-year-old boy is experiencing sore throat, hoarseness, and persistent low-grade fever, suspected to be tonsillitis. How should it be treated?
Answer
For the treatment of children’s tonsillitis, it is first considered to administer anti-inflammatory medication and regional therapy, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar injection. If the main symptom is throat pain, appropriate painkillers can be given to relieve it. During persistent fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken. Tonsillitis may recur, and if the condition persists, surgical treatment can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should ensure the child stays warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent a recurrence of tonsillitis.