Question
Dear Baby, currently 1 year old, at first, said she had a sore throat, found that the coughing seemed more severe, and had a bit of a fever and was not very energetic. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and a red and swollen throat be treated?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, antibiotics can be used first, along with local treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, medication injections, and laser therapy. If the child experiences throat pain, painkillers can be considered. At the same time, if there is persistent fever, timely use of antipyretic drugs is necessary. For fever not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be adopted. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to staying warm and avoiding exacerbation of symptoms due to catching a cold.