Patient's question:
My son is 6 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and he also had a low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat in children be treated effectively.Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication may also be used. If the child primarily exhibits symptoms of sore throat, parents are advised to consider administering pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a persistent fever, antipyretic medications should be given, or the child should be taken to the hospital immediately. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery at an early stage. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be maintained to avoid fatigue.