Question
A 9-year-old boy, in elementary school, has recently started to feel a sore throat, his voice is a bit hoarse when speaking, and he has a slight fever. How should one treat the child’s tonsillitis and redness?
Answer
Generally, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s orders and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. Regional treatments can also be considered, such as tonsil washes or intratonsillar injections. If the child’s throat pain is severe, painkillers can be administered. If the child has a fever, it should be moderately reduce fever ; if it exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to medication, if the child has recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment, while ensuring the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of fruits and vegetables.