Question
My son is 6 years old and has been complaining about a sore throat. I noticed that he has difficulty swallowing and has been slightly feverish. How should I treat his tonsillitis?
Answer
When a child has tonsillitis, anti-inflammatory medication can be administered, along with local treatments such as gargling or applying ointments to help stabilize the treatment. For the child’s pain, consider using pain relievers to alleviate discomfort, especially when the throat pain is severe. If the child continues to have a fever, timely administration of antipyretics is recommended. If the body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be considered. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery may be considered after treatment to prevent recurrence, and attention should be paid to cultivating light dietary habits. During treatment, a liquid diet should be maintained primarily.