Question
A baby boy just turned six months old and has recently been experiencing a sore throat, mild cough, fever, and lack of energy. How should one treat the red, swollen tonsils in a child with tonsillitis?
Answer
When treating pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered based on the child’s symptoms. In severe cases, regional treatments such as tonsil irrigation or injections may be considered. To alleviate a sore throat, painkillers can be used; if fever is present, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. If symptoms persist and do not improve, medical assistance should be sought. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment early on, while also paying attention to maintaining good dietary hygiene and adequate rest.