Question
Dear readers, my son is just over 9 months old. Initially, he felt pain when drinking water and said his throat was sore. I noticed that he has been coughing quite severely, and he also has a low-grade fever. How should we treat a child’s tonsillitis when they are crying and distressed?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used, and sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has good effects. At the same time, some regional treatments can be carried out, such as irrigation and direct medication, to consolidate the efficacy. If the child’s symptoms of sore throat are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic drugs can be taken. If there is a high fever or multiple acute severe infections, or if there are complications, it is recommended to consider tonsillectomy after the acute inflammation subsides for two weeks. During the treatment period, ensure that the child gets plenty of rest and eats more vegetables and fruits.