Question
A 11-year-old boy, in elementary school, started with a slight sore throat, accompanied by severe coughing, and now has a persistent high fever. How should pediatric tonsillitis and sore throat be treated?
Answer
Firstly, parents can give the child some symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, and regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injection therapy can also be considered. If the sore throat is severe, some painkillers may be appropriately administered. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, immediate medical attention should be sought. If your child frequently experiences this condition, consider surgical treatment after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During treatment, it is also important to ensure the child has a light diet and nutritional supplements to aid in an early recovery.