Question
A 6-year-old girl is experiencing symptoms of swallowing pain, slight coughing, and persistent fever, diagnosed with tonsillitis. How should one treat it to alleviate the pain and achieve good results?
Answer
Treatment for tonsillitis usually involves following medical instructions to administer anti-inflammatory medications, and regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or injection of medications can be considered. If throat pain is severe, painkillers may be considered. Fever should be appropriately controlled; if the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention should be sought. For children who have recurrent inflammation, parents can consider surgical treatment under the doctor’s advice. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child gets adequate rest and is encouraged to consume vegetables and fruits.