Acute attacks of pharyngitis in children are often related to upper respiratory tract infections or cold and flu. If there are elevated lymphocytes, it indicates a viral infection, which is self-healing and can be treated symptomatically. If there are elevated white blood cells or neutrophils indicating a bacterial infection, it needs to be treated with antibiotics. If there is no history of antibiotic allergy, penicillins or cephalosporins such as amoxicillin are preferred and can effectively relieve the symptoms. If the cough is more severe, the lungs need to be auscultated and no blind cough suppressants should be taken to avoid aggravating the condition.