Question
Dear Sir/Madam, My son is just over 9 months old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. Moreover, he has a persistent high fever. How should we treat his sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
In clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used, with the choice of sensitive drugs based on bacterial culture, yielding good results. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intravenous drug injection, and laser therapy. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. Moreover, if fever is present, antipyretic medications can be taken. In case of persistent fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery is recommended as early as possible. Lastly, parents are urged to take this disease seriously, seek medical treatment for their children as soon as possible, and pay attention to relevant preventive and health care measures in their daily lives.