Question
Dear Parent, my son is just over 3 months old. He started to complain of a sore throat when talking, and it seems he has difficulty swallowing. Additionally, he seems to have a low-grade fever that hasn’t gone away. How should I treat my child’s tonsillitis and sore throat effectively?
Answer
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are mainly used. The choice of sensitive drugs can be based on bacterial culture, which yields good results. Regional medication can also be used, such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injection of medication. For children with obvious sore throat symptoms, analgesic drugs can be administered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give your child oral antipyretics. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgical treatment. After the condition improves, it is suggested to let your child engage in moderate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.