Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially felt a sore throat, with a hoarse voice, accompanied by a low fever. How should one treat the sore throat caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child is diagnosed with tonsillitis, anti-inflammatory medications or local treatments such as tonsil cleaning and regional injection drugs can be administered for the symptoms. Painkillers can be given for throat pain, and antipyretics can be used as needed if there is a fever. If the fever persists, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis often recurs, so inflammation needs to be controlled. If the condition is similar, surgery may be considered after treatment. It is also important to provide light and nutritious food to help the child recover quickly.