Question
Dear Baby, currently 4 years old, just started to say that her throat is sore, found that coughing is quite severe, and now has a persistent high fever. How should children with tonsillitis and sore throat be treated?
Answer
For treatment, first, provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used. If there is a fever, cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius can be physically cooled, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius may require oral fever-reducing medication. If the medication is not effective and the symptoms recur, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. During treatment, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring enough rest time.