Question
A one-year-old boy is experiencing throat pain, severe coughing, and low-grade fever, Suspected tonsillitis, Suspected tonsillitis, Suspected tonsillitis. How should effective treatment be carried out?
Answer
For the treatment of tonsillitis, medication with anti-inflammatory effects can be chosen under the guidance of a doctor, along with regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation, drug injections, or laser therapy. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be used to relieve discomfort. When fever is present, appropriate cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature; physical cooling can be used if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, and oral fever-reducing medication can be considered if the temperature is higher. For cases with recurrent episodes or complications, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During the treatment period, it is important to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent the worsening of symptoms.