Question
My child is a 3-year-old boy. He started with a slight sore throat, accompanied by mild coughing, and it seems like he has been running a low fever all along. What is the best way to treat his tonsillitis with crying and how effective will it be?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are currently the main methods and drugs for treating pediatric tonsillitis in clinical practice. Parents can choose according to symptoms and can also complement some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, etc., which are quite effective. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers can be administered appropriately. If there is a fever, choose a method of cooling based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is suggested to let the child engage in moderate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.