Question
Dear Baby, she’s only 7 months old. Lately, she’s been feeling uncomfortable with her throat, her voice sounds hoarse, and she’s been running a low fever. How should one treat the discomfort caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis involves selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture. Additionally, local drug sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the primary symptom is throat pain, painkillers can be considered. For fever, choose a cooling method based on body temperature. If the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used; if above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. Tonsillitis has the characteristic of recurrent attacks. If similar situations occur, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it’s also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.