Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 3 months old. He has recently started to have a sore throat, and it seems like his coughing has become more severe. He also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat his sore throat and swollen tonsils effectively?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms, or opt for regional rinsing or spraying, or even inject symptomatic medications into the tonsils. The efficacy is quite good. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents may consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretics can be taken. In case of high fever, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are some commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure that the child gets enough rest and avoids fatigue.