Question
My son is 9 years old and a boy. Initially, he had a slight sore throat, and it seemed like swallowing was a bit difficult. At the same time, he seemed to have a low-grade fever that never went away. How should we treat the discomfort caused by pediatric tonsillitis?
Answer
For treatment, you can first provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. While taking the medication, you can also perform some regional treatments, such as rinsing or direct application of medication, which can help consolidate the efficacy. In cases of throat pain, you can also give the child some painkillers. Additionally, if there is a fever, some antipyretic medication can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Besides these methods of medication treatment, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor to consider surgery as a treatment option. Pay attention to a light diet and consume mainly liquid foods during the treatment period.