Question
Dear parents, my daughter is currently 2 years old. She initially complained of a sore throat, and I noticed her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. Now, she has a persistent high fever. What is the best treatment for severe tonsillitis in children?
Answer
To effectively treat pediatric tonsillitis, it is advisable to choose some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance. Additionally, regional drug sprays or laser therapy can be considered based on the child’s condition. Painkillers can be administered, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate suffering. If there is a fever, cooling methods should be selected based on body temperature. When the body temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used; when the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral antipyretics can be taken. If there are recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment can be considered. During treatment, it is also important to ensure that the child has a light diet and enhances nutritional supplementation to aid in a quick recovery.