Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 8 months old. He has just started saying that his throat hurts, and I’ve noticed that his coughing seems more severe as well. He has also been a bit feverish. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and fever effectively?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given. For regional treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the child’s main symptom is throat pain, parents can consider giving some painkillers to relieve the discomfort. At the same time, physical cooling (physical cooling) can be used for low-grade fever. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These methods are currently among the more common treatments for tonsillitis. In addition, surgery is also a viable option, suitable for children who have recurrent attacks. During treatment, it is also important to pay attention to giving the child a light diet and enhancing nutritional supplementation to help them recover as soon as possible.