Question
My 4-year-old son has started to complain of a sore throat, with his voice sounding hoarse. He also has a persistent high fever. How should we treat the sore throat caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics can be administered to the child, and regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or internal injections can also be considered. For children with prominent symptoms of throat pain, analgesics can be used. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature; for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral antipyretics are recommended for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. In addition, surgery is also a feasible treatment option for children with recurrent episodes. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest time.