Question
A 7-year-old boy, in elementary school, reported feeling pain when swallowing and noticed his voice was a bit hoarse during speech. He also had a low-grade fever. How should sore throat due to tonsillitis in children be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, it is recommended to choose anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s supervision or regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers should be administered according to the situation. In case of persistent fever, apply fever-reducing medication promptly. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, surgery is recommended as soon as possible. During this period, ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.