Question
An 8-year-old boy has just started experiencing a sore throat, with a noticeable pain in the throat, and coughing seems more severe. Additionally, he has a low-grade fever. How should one effectively treat the discomfort caused by tonsillitis in children?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected appropriately. While taking medication, one can also undergo some local treatments, such as rinsing or direct application of medicine, to consolidate the efficacy of the treatment. For children with pronounced sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature: physical cooling can be done when the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, and antipyretic medication can be taken orally when it is above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods, and to ensure sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.