Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed he had severe coughing and low-grade fever. Please ask: How should acute tonsillitis be treated when it causes discomfort in young children?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments may also be used, including tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, analgesic medications can be administered. If the child has a persistent fever, parents should also use fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery is recommended at an early stage. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.