Question
A 8-year-old boy, in elementary school, initially complained of a sore throat while speaking. He also noticed that his cough seemed more severe, and he had a low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis and sore throat be treated?
Answer
The first step in treatment is to provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Regional therapy can also be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar drug injections. Painkillers can also be given according to the child’s condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, which can help alleviate pain. If the child continues to have a persistent fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken orally. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child has recurrent tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. It is also important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.