Question
Dear Sir, my son is just over 8 months old. Initially, he complained of a sore throat, and I noticed that he has been coughing quite severely. Additionally, he has a persistent high fever. What should be the proper treatment for infant and toddler tonsillitis, which is very painful?
Answer
For treatment, it is first advisable to administer symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication based on the child’s symptoms. If the child’s condition is more severe, regional treatments can be considered in conjunction, including tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections. Under the condition of throat pain, painkillers can also be given to the child. If the child continues to have a fever, parents should administer fever-reducing medication or immediately take the child to the hospital. For those with recurrent inflammatory episodes, surgical treatment may be considered. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child well-warmed at all times to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.