Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt sore throat even when drinking water. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, accompanied by low fever. Please ask: How to treat tonsillitis and sore throat in children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children, which can effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be used in conjunction. Pain relievers can also be given based on the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is particularly painful, to help relieve discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen according to the body temperature. For temperatures below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral fever-reducing medications are recommended for temperatures above 38.5°C. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is advised. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise for the child to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.