Question
A three-year-old boy is experiencing throat pain, difficulty swallowing, fever, and a lack of energy, Suspected tonsillitis. How should one treat the pain to alleviate the symptoms?
Answer
For children with tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment can be adopted, including the administration of anti-inflammatory drugs and regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or drug injections. If the pain is severe, painkillers can be considered to relieve discomfort. When dealing with fever, appropriate cooling methods should be chosen based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used; above this temperature, oral fever-reducing medication can be considered. If the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment under the doctor’s recommendation. During treatment, it is important to ensure that the child gets adequate rest and is encouraged to consume vegetables and fruits.