Question
My son is 3 years old. He recently started to feel a sore throat while speaking, and I’ve noticed that his coughing seems more severe. Additionally, he seems to have a persistent low-grade fever. What is the best way to treat his tonsillitis pain?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, it is first recommended to use symptomatic antibiotic medication and to complement this with some local treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, some painkillers may be prescribed to alleviate symptoms. If the child continues to have a fever, parents can also use fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. In addition, surgery is also a viable option for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is also important to maintain good dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.