Patient's question:
My son is 4 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed he also had mild coughing and a slightly elevated temperature. I would like to ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the child primarily exhibits symptoms of sore throat, parents are advised to consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also administer fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can consult with a doctor and consider surgical treatment under medical supervision. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.