Question
A 8-year-old boy recently feels a sore throat and hoarse voice, and has a high fever. How should parents treat the child’s tonsillitis?
Answer
For pediatric tonsillitis, parents can initially administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication to the child and consider regional use of medication sprays or laser therapy. If the main symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be given to alleviate discomfort. When there is a fever, it should be monitored and cooled as necessary. If the body temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought promptly. If there are recurrent episodes of inflammation, surgery can be considered. During the process, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and increases their intake of fruits and vegetables.