Question
My child is a 8-year-old boy. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water and his throat. He also has a slight cough, and now he has a persistent high fever. How should we treat the discomfort caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
To treat tonsillitis effectively, one can choose symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, or opt for local rinsing or spraying. Injections of symptomatic medication can also be administered into the tonsils, which are all effective treatments. If the main symptom is throat pain, consider giving some painkillers. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give your child oral fever-reducing medication. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. Tonsillitis has a tendency to recur, so after the inflammation is controlled, surgery can be considered. Pay attention to a light diet in daily life, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.