Question

Dear Baby, she’s just 6 months old. Initially, she said her throat was sore. Upon observation, her voice was slightly hoarse during speech, and she also had a slight fever and seemed listless. How should a sore throat in young children be treated?

Answer

Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are currently the primary methods and drugs for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic medication, and at the same time, some local treatments can be carried out, such as rinsing or direct medication, to consolidate the therapeutic effect. Additionally, if the child’s throat is particularly sore, some painkillers can be administered as appropriate. If the child has a slight fever, it should be treated with antipyretics. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical assistance should be sought. In cases of recurrent severe acute episodes or complications, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy after two weeks of acute inflammation subsiding. Pay attention to a light diet in everyday life, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.