Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed he also had mild coughing. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. I would like to ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated properly?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, and they can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are quite effective. If the child primarily has sore throat symptoms, it is recommended that parents consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. Additionally, if there is a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with ample nutrition, with a diet consisting mainly of light foods, while also ensuring adequate rest to avoid fatigue.