Question
A 7-year-old boy initially experienced a slight pain in his throat, noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and also had a slight fever and lacked energy. How can one effectively relieve the discomfort of tonsillitis in children?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications are currently the main methods and drugs for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose according to symptoms and can also complement some regional treatment methods, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection medications, which are quite effective. If the child’s primary symptom is throat pain, it is recommended that parents consider giving some pain relief medication to alleviate the discomfort. At the same time, if there is a low-grade fever, physical cooling can be applied. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children well-warmed to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.