Question
An eight-year-old boy, a primary school student, initially reported a sore throat while drinking water, accompanied by severe coughing and persistent fever. What should be done when a child has tonsillitis and experiences severe pain?
Answer
If a child is diagnosed with tonsillitis, appropriate antibiotics should be used for treatment. Local treatments can include laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be used to relieve discomfort. Some children may have fever as well, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not subside, immediate medical attention should be sought. For recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment can be considered. Parents should take this disease seriously, seek medical attention for their children early on, and pay attention to prevention and health care in daily life.