Question
My daughter is 6 years old. She recently started complaining of a sore throat, and I noticed her voice is a bit hoarse when she speaks. She also has a slight fever and seems lackluster. How should pediatric tonsillitis and sore throat be treated?
Answer
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor’s instructions and give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. You can also complement this with some local treatments, such as tonsil crypt irrigation, tonsil injections, etc., which are quite effective. For children with pronounced sore throat symptoms, painkillers can be used. Some children may also have a fever, in which case you can give them oral fever-reducing medication. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, it is imperative to seek medical attention. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently suffers from tonsillitis, it is also recommended to consider surgical treatment. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child’s warmth and avoid exacerbating the symptoms by catching a cold.