Question
Dear Baby, just 2 months old, just started saying she has a sore throat, noticed she has a slight cough and a bit of fever, and seems a bit listless. How should one treat a child’s tonsillitis and sore throat?
Answer
To better treat tonsillitis, one can choose some symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance, as well as regional rinsing or spraying. Injections of symptomatic medication can also be administered within the tonsils, all of which are effective. If the child’s sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If the child has a fever as well, then appropriate fever-reducing measures should be taken. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. For those with recurrent acute severe cases or those with existing complications, it is suggested to perform tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Pay attention to light diet in daily life, and mainly consume liquid foods during treatment.