Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a bit of pain in his throat. He noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, it seems like his low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, laser therapy, etc. If a child's sore throat is severe, it is recommended to provide pain relievers according to the situation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. In addition to these drug treatments, if a child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment after consulting with a doctor. During daily life, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet should be primarily consumed during the treatment period.