Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 3 months old. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking, and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he had a slight fever and lacked energy. Please ask: If the child develops tonsillitis and sore throat, how should it be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments can also be used, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, tonsillar injections, etc. If the child primarily has symptoms of sore throat, it is suggested that parents can administer pain relievers as needed to alleviate the symptoms. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also use fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.