Question
My daughter is 2 years old and has started to have a sore throat, pain when drinking water, hoarseness, and a slight fever that has not subsided. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to alleviate the symptoms of inflammation. For regional treatment, laser therapy or drug irrigation can be considered. If the throat pain is severe, some painkillers can be administered in moderation. If there is a persistent fever, timely use of antipyretics is necessary. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used. If there are multiple acute attacks or complications, it is advisable to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain a light diet, with a focus on liquid foods.