Question
A boy, already 1 year old, initially felt pain when swallowing water, and discovered that he had a severe cough and a low-grade fever. How should a child with sore throat caused by tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
When treating such diseases, you can give the child some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be carried out, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or tonsil intramuscular injection. In necessary cases, such as when the child has severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered. If the child has a fever, some antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs, surgical treatment is recommended. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.