Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and I noticed that swallowing was a bit difficult, and he’s been running a low-grade fever. How should I treat his sore throat if he has tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics are currently one of the more common treatments for tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Besides systemic medication, regional treatments can also be performed, such as washing the tonsil crypts or injecting medication into the tonsils. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. In cases of low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, medical attention should be sought promptly. Surgery is also a feasible treatment option for children with recurrent episodes. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm and to avoid exacerbating symptoms due to catching a cold.