Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 7 months old, and recently she has been experiencing a sore throat, severe coughing, and low-grade fever. It might be tonsillitis. How should it be treated?
Answer
Currently, the main treatment for pediatric tonsillitis in clinical practice is the use of antibiotic medications, which are selected based on the sensitivity to the bacteria. Additionally, regional treatments can be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsil drug injection, and laser therapy. If there are obvious symptoms of sore throat, painkillers can be used to relieve symptoms, and fever can be treated with antipyretics. If the condition is severe, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. If a child repeatedly experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain good hygiene in food and rest sufficiently.