Question
My son is 7 years old and initially complained of a sore throat. I noticed he was coughing quite severely and had a low-grade fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?
Answer
For effective treatment of tonsillitis, it is recommended to choose symptomatic anti-inflammatory medications under a doctor’s guidance, and to complement this with local treatments such as rinsing or direct application of medication to reinforce the effects. If the child experiences severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered. For fever, choose cooling methods based on body temperature; physical cooling can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius, while oral fever-reducing medication is recommended for temperatures above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, ensure the child stays warm to avoid exacerbating symptoms.