Question
My son is 7 years old and a baby boy. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, noticed that he was coughing quite severely, and it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should a child with tonsillitis crying be effectively treated?
Answer
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the primary methods and medications for treating pediatric tonsillitis, and parents can choose according to symptoms. While taking medication, some regional treatments can be performed, such as rinsing or direct medication, to consolidate the efficacy. If the child’s sore throat is particularly severe, it is recommended to use painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If the child continues to have a fever, timely application of fever reducers is necessary. For temperatures not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling can be used. In cases of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. At the same time, attention should also be paid to arranging reasonable diet and rest habits for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.