Question
Baby girl, 7 months old, complaints of sore throat, severe cough, and low fever. How should she be treated?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose the appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to administer to the child, which can alleviate the inflammatory symptoms. In addition to systemic treatment, regional treatments such as tonsil pocket irrigation and tonsil injection medications can also be considered to enhance the effect. If sore throat is the main symptom, painkillers can be given to relieve pain; fever can be treated with antipyretics, and in case of high fever, medical attention should be sought promptly. If symptoms frequently recur, surgical treatment can be considered after control to avoid recurrence. During this period, it is important to supplement nutrition, maintain a light diet, and ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.