Question
My child is a 7-year-old boy. Recently, he has started experiencing throat pain, even when drinking water, along with more severe coughing and slight feverish symptoms. I would like to ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and throat pain be treated?
Answer
If a child is diagnosed with tonsillitis, the primary consideration can be the appropriate use of antibiotics, and regional therapies can be combined, such as tonsil lavage or injection of medication. In cases of severe throat pain, painkillers can be administered, and antipyretics or immediate medical attention should be sought during fever. If the medication is ineffective or the condition recurs, it is advisable to consider surgical treatment. During this period, it is important to maintain a light diet, focusing on liquid foods.