Question
A boy, already 1 year old, has just started saying he has a sore throat, and you’ve noticed he has a slight cough as well. He’s now running a high fever that won’t go down. How should a child with tonsillitis and a sore throat be treated?
Answer
To treat pediatric tonsillitis, parents can first give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. While undergoing systemic treatment, regional treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including methods such as tonsil pocket irrigation and direct tonsil injection of medication. If the child’s sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some painkillers to relieve symptoms. If the child still has a fever, it should be considered to reduce the fever appropriately. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrence, and if there are similar conditions, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light and easy-to-digest foods. Also, it is important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.