Question
My daughter is 6 months old and has just started complaining of a sore throat, finding it difficult to swallow, and is accompanied by a low fever. How should a child’s crying due to tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
For a more effective treatment of tonsillitis, one can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under the doctor’s guidance, and also perform regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injections, in addition to systemic medication. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be appropriately administered. If there is a fever, choose a method of cooling based on the body temperature; for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. These methods are among the commonly used treatments for tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children with recurrent attacks. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, mainly light in diet, and to pay attention to sufficient rest and avoid fatigue.