Question
A 7-year-old boy is experiencing a sore throat, hoarseness, and persistent low-grade fever, diagnosed with tonsillitis. How should one effectively treat it to alleviate his crying and distress?
Answer
The treatment of tonsillitis should follow the doctor’s guidance, choosing medications with anti-inflammatory effects for systemic treatment. At the same time, regional therapy can be adopted to enhance the efficacy, such as crypt washing or direct tonsil injection with medication. If the child has a sore throat, painkillers can be administered in appropriate amounts. For fever management, the appropriate cooling method should be selected based on the body temperature: physical cooling can be used if the temperature is below 38.5 degrees Celsius; oral antipyretics can be considered if the temperature is above 38.5 degrees Celsius. If tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to undergo surgery as soon as possible. Parents should pay attention to…