Question
A 12-year-old boy, in elementary school, has just started to feel a slight pain in his throat. He has noticed that his coughing seems more severe as well. At the same time, it seems like he has been running a low-grade fever without it subsiding. How should one relieve and treat tonsillitis in children?
Answer
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given, as well as regional treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and intratonsillar injections. Painkillers can also be administered for sore throat. If the child continues to have a persistent fever that does not subside, some oral antipyretic medication can be taken. In addition to these medication treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences inflammation, parents can also choose surgery for treatment under the guidance of a doctor. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, a light diet, and sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.