Question
My daughter is 3 years old. She just started saying she has a sore throat and it seems difficult for her to swallow. She also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat her tonsillitis and sore throat?
Answer
For a better treatment of tonsillitis, one can choose some symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs under a doctor’s guidance. Besides systemic medication, regional treatment can also be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or tonsil intramuscular injection. In cases of sore throat, painkillers can be administered to the child. If the child has a fever, it may be appropriate to consider taking antipyretics. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. In cases where inflammation recurs frequently, surgical treatment may be considered. During the treatment period, it is crucial to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating symptoms by catching a cold.