Question
My 9-year-old son has just started complaining of a sore throat, and it seems he has difficulty swallowing. Now, he has a persistent high fever. How should I treat his swollen tonsils caused by tonsillitis effectively?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication and consider regional treatments such as rinsing to reinforce the effect. In cases of throat pain, painkillers can be administered to the child. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If there is no relief, medical attention must be sought promptly. These are relatively common treatment methods, but if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. Pay attention to a light diet and consume fluids primarily during treatment.