My child is complaining of a sore throat, he coughs a little and has red lines on his tonsils. What should I do?

It is important to have your child rest a lot, drink plenty of water, avoid irritating foods (such as salty, sugary, spicy foods), and wait for the symptoms to pass. Most of the time, these symptoms last for less than 14 days. If your child's sore throat worsens, they develop a fever, or they still have pain after 14 days, it would be a good idea to see a doctor. In the meantime, rest and over-the-counter pain relievers can help.

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My child is complaining of a sore throat, he coughs a little and has red lines on his tonsils. What should I do?

It is important to have your child rest a lot, drink plenty of water, avoid irritating foods (such as salty, sugary, spicy foods), and wait for the symptoms to pass. Most of the time, these symptoms last for less than 14 days. If your child's sore throat worsens, they develop a fever, or they still have pain after 14 days, it would be a good idea to see a doctor. In the meantime, rest and over-the-counter pain relievers can help.