Patient's question:
The child is 8 years old and often has swollen tonsils. This time, both sides are very swollen. They have been on penicillin for 4 days with no significant improvement. They want to consider Chinese medicine for regulation?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended not to perform tonsillectomy surgery on children, as removing the tonsils can easily lead to tracheitis in the future. If there is persistent fever and inflammation, intramuscular or intravenous penicillin can be used for treatment, which is very effective. If the inflammation subsides but the tonsils are still enlarged, they usually shrink as the child grows older. It is essential to seek treatment promptly whenever the child has stomach issues or coughing, without delay. Since babies' immune systems are not yet fully developed, they need external assistance to reduce their immune function.