Question
My daughter is 1 year old. Initially, she had a slight sore throat, and she has been coughing quite severely. Additionally, she has a low-grade fever. How should I treat her tonsillitis to achieve the best results?
Answer
It is recommended that parents choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance to relieve the inflammatory symptoms. Regional treatments can be considered, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intramuscular injections. Painkillers can be administered according to the situation, especially when the throat pain is severe. For fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, and oral fever-reducing medication can be taken when above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If there are recurrent episodes of inflammation, consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, pay attention to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest time.