Question
Dear parents, my daughter is only 9 months old and has started showing symptoms of sore throat, severe cough, and low-grade fever. How should a child’s tonsillitis be treated effectively?
Answer
It is recommended to choose the appropriate antibiotic or anti-inflammatory medication under a doctor’s guidance to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Regional treatments can consider laser therapy or medication irrigation, and painkillers can be used for children with prominent sore throat symptoms. At the same time, physical cooling methods can be used to address the low-grade fever, and if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If there are multiple acute severe symptoms or complications have already occurred, it is advisable to perform a tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm and avoid catching a cold to prevent tonsillitis from recurring.