A 6-year-old child has phlegm in their throat and a stuffy nose. What medicine should they take?

Patient's question:

No

Doctor's answer:

The consideration you described is tonsillitis, which falls under upper respiratory tract infections. Treatment primarily involves antibiotic therapy, and intravenous medication can be considered. Alternatively, you can steep three to five honeysuckle fruits in water to drink, which is quite effective.