Question
A 7-month-old boy is experiencing throat pain while speaking and has a hoarse voice, accompanied by a persistent low-grade fever. How should tonsillitis be treated to alleviate the child’s discomfort?
Answer
Antibiotics are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be chosen as needed. In addition to systemic medication, regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections can be performed. If necessary, such as severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered, and physical cooling can be used to address low fever. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If there are multiple acute severe cases or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to perform tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Pay attention to a light diet and consume liquid foods mainly during treatment.