Question
A 7-year-old boy, now in elementary school, has recently been feeling a sore throat, his voice is hoarse, and he has a low-grade fever. How should one diagnose and treat sore throat caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications can be appropriately administered, along with regional rinsing or spraying, or even the injection of symptomatic medication into the tonsils. It is recommended that parents consider giving painkillers to alleviate symptoms. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature; below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used, while oral fever-reducing medication can be taken if above 38.5 degrees Celsius. For recurrent episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. During treatment, it is important to ensure adequate nutrition, eat a light diet, and get enough rest to avoid fatigue.