Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 1 month old. Initially, he felt a sore throat when talking, and I noticed that he has been coughing quite severely. He also has a bit of a fever and seems less energetic. How should I treat my child’s sore throat caused by tonsillitis?
Answer
When treating this kind of illness, you can give your child some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, regional treatments can be carried out, including tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intramuscular injection, laser therapy, etc. If the sore throat is severe, you can appropriately administer some painkillers. If your child has a fever, they can take some antipyretic medications. In severe cases, it is advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if your child’s tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgery as soon as possible. While treating the condition, it is also important to ensure your child follows a light diet and supplements their nutrition to aid in a quick recovery.