Question
My son is 3 years old. He recently complained of a sore throat and I noticed that his coughing seems more severe. Additionally, he seems to have a persistent low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and sore throat?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, which is effective. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Painkillers can be administered when necessary, and antipyretics can be taken orally if the child continues to have a fever. These are common treatment methods, but if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure 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.