Question
My child is a 5-year-old boy. Initially, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and I noticed that his coughing seemed more severe. Moreover, he now has a persistent high fever. How should we treat his tonsillitis to alleviate his discomfort?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be administered. Additionally, regional treatments can be considered, including tonsil crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injections, and laser therapy. If the symptoms are primarily throat pain, painkillers can be given. If the child also has a slight fever, it should be treated accordingly. If the fever exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. Pay attention to a light diet during treatment and mainly consume liquid foods.