Question
A one-month-old male infant is complaining of throat pain, hoarseness, and persistent low-grade fever. How should one treat the severe pain caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be taken, as well as regional rinsing or spraying, or even intratonsillar injection of appropriate medication, all of which have good efficacy. If the child experiences severe throat pain, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. Some children may have fever as well; in this case, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If the symptoms do not subside, immediate medical attention should be sought. For recurrent episodes of tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider early surgery. During treatment, it is important to ensure that the child receives adequate nutrition, eat a light diet, and get enough rest to avoid overexertion.