Question
My son, just over 7 months old, suddenly started feeling pain when swallowing water, and his voice became a bit hoarse during speech. He also has a low-grade fever. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis if it’s difficult to handle?
Answer
To treat tonsillitis effectively, select symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance and consider regional treatments such as rinsing to reinforce the effect. If the child has a sore throat, painkillers can be administered as needed. Children with fever symptoms can take fever-reducing medications, and in severe cases, immediate medical attention is recommended. Tonsillitis is prone to recurrent episodes, and if similar symptoms occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. At the same time, it’s important to arrange for a reasonable diet and lifestyle for the child to aid in an early recovery.