Question
Dear Baby, she is only 8 months old. Initially, she had a slight sore throat, her voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and she has been running a fever. How should red and swollen tonsillitis in young children be treated?
Answer
Generally speaking, if it is red and swollen tonsillitis in young children, antibiotics can be administered to the child, which is usually very effective. In addition, regional treatments can be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil intralesional injection, laser treatment, and so on. If the main symptom is throat pain, consider giving the child painkillers. If there is a fever, choose a cooling method based on the body temperature; physical cooling methods can be used if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medicine can be taken if the temperature is above 38.5 degrees Celsius. These methods are currently commonly used in the treatment of tonsillitis. Moreover, surgery is also a viable option, especially suitable for children with recurrent attacks. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure that the child receives sufficient nutrition, with a diet mainly consisting of light foods, and to pay attention to adequate rest and avoid fatigue.