Question
My daughter is currently 1 year old and is experiencing a sore throat, hoarseness, and a low-grade fever. How should we treat the pain from pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
The first-line treatment for pediatric tonsillitis is to administer anti-inflammatory medication to the child. Consider laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the primary symptom is throat pain, pain-relieving medication can be given. If there is a fever, consider using fever-reducing medication, but if the fever persists, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If medication is ineffective and there are recurrent episodes, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, pay attention to keeping warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent exacerbation of symptoms.