What can be done for an 11-year-old boy with chronic sore throat and hoarseness?
An 11-year-old boy has been suffering from chronic throat inflammation for the past six months, frequently experiencing symptoms such as sore throat and swelling. What should be done in this situation?
Doctor's answer (1)
A 11-year-old boy with long-term sore throat and hoarseness may have multiple underlying causes. On one hand, the child may suffer from chronic tonsillitis, with repeated infections of the tonsils creating a focus of inflammation that continuously irritates the throat. On the other hand, poor voice usage habits, such as frequent loud shouting, prolonged singing, or excessive talking, may lead to vocal cord fatigue and damage, worsening throat inflammation and hoarseness. Additionally, environmental factors such as air pollution and high levels of dust could negatively affect the throat. At the same time, the child's relatively weak immune system may make the throat more susceptible to bacterial or viral infections.
It is recommended to take the child to an otolaryngology clinic for a detailed examination, including laryngoscopy, to evaluate the specific condition of the vocal cords, such as whether there are vocal nodules, polyps, or other lesions. Encourage the child to develop healthy voice habits, avoiding loud shouting and prolonged periods of loud talking or singing.
Under a doctor's guidance, the child may appropriately take supplements such as vitamin C or other immune-boosting medications or health products to enhance physical resistance and reduce the frequency of throat infections.
