Question
My daughter is 9 years old and has recently been experiencing a sore throat, mild cough, and low-grade fever. What could this be, and how should we handle the crying situation in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
When treating pediatric tonsillitis, use symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Consider laser therapy or pharmacological rinses for localized treatment. If there is throat pain, painkillers can be administered; when there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature, with physical cooling for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius and oral fever-reducing medication for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery early. At the same time, pay attention to arranging the child’s diet and lifestyle habits to aid recovery.