Question
A 4-year-old boy has recently been experiencing symptoms such as sore throat, slight cough, and persistent high fever. He inquires about the best way to treat tonsillitis-related throat pain.
Answer
It is generally recommended to administer anti-inflammatory medications according to medical advice and to conduct local treatments, such as gargling or using medicated ointments, to reinforce the treatment’s effectiveness. If throat pain is the primary symptom, consider giving a small amount of pain reliever to alleviate discomfort. Use fever-reducing medication promptly when fever persists, and consider physical coolingif body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees Celsius. If recurrent tonsillitis symptoms occur, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment early on. During the treatment period, be sure to keep warm and avoid catching a cold to worsen the symptoms.