Question
Dear Baby, currently 2 years old, just started to say that swallowing is painful, noticed that, coughing is more severe, and now has a persistent high fever. How should a child with tonsillitis and sore throat be treated?
Answer
The first step in treating pediatric tonsillitis is for parents to administer some anti-inflammatory medication to their child. They can also use regional treatments such as tonsil pocket washes and intratonsillar injections. Painkillers can also be given based on the child’s condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, which can help alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, it should be appropriately reduced. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. Pay attention to light eating habits, and consume mainly liquid foods during treatment.