Question
My child is a 2-year-old boy. He recently started saying that drinking water hurts his throat, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. He also has a low-grade fever. What kind of medical treatment should be given to a child with tonsillitis who is crying?
Answer
It is recommended to administer some antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications appropriately, while also conducting some regional treatments such as rinsing and direct medication to consolidate the efficacy. If the child primarily has a sore throat, consider giving some painkillers to relieve the symptoms. If there is also a low-grade fever, physical cooling can be used to lower the temperature, but if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it should be treated promptly. Surgery is also one of the feasible methods, suitable for children with recurrent episodes. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child gets adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light foods, and to pay attention to rest and avoid fatigue.