Question
A boy who is 2 years old started experiencing a slight pain in his throat. He noticed that his voice sounds hoarse when he speaks, and now he has a persistent high fever. How should throat pain caused by pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be chosen appropriately. For regional treatments, it is recommended to opt for laser therapy or medication irrigation. If the child primarily has throat pain symptoms, parents can consider giving some painkillers to alleviate the discomfort. In cases of fever, choose the cooling method based on body temperature; physical cooling can be applied for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication is suggested for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If your child frequently has this condition, consider surgery after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During treatment, it is crucial to keep the child warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen symptoms.