Question
Dear Baby, she’s just 9 months old. She started to have a sore throat when she spoke, and I noticed she has a slight cough as well. She also has a bit of a fever and seems less energetic. How should I treat her sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the primary methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose symptomatic treatments and also complement them with regional therapies, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections, which are quite effective. If a child primarily exhibits symptoms of sore throat, parents may consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child continues to have a fever that does not subside, oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent attacks, and if similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During this period, ensure the child gets ample rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.