Question
My son is 2 years old. Initially, he had a slight pain in his throat, accompanied by a mild cough. It seems like he has had a low-grade fever all along. How should I treat throat pain in a young child with tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used to treat pediatric tonsillitis and can be selected as appropriate. If the child’s condition is severe, regional treatments can be combined, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. For children with prominent throat pain symptoms, analgesic medications can be used. Some children may also have a fever, and in this case, oral antipyretics can be administered. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently develops tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is suggested to let the child engage in moderate exercise to boost their immune system, preventing recurrence.