Patient's question:
My little girl is 6 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed mild coughing. Now, she has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to effectively treat pediatric tonsillitis with crying and fussing?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitivity tests based on bacterial culture can be conducted to select appropriate drugs, which have shown good efficacy. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt lavage or intratonsillar drug injection. Pain relievers can be administered to children based on their condition, especially when throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child still has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken cautiously. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. These are some of the commonly used treatment methods.However, if the child's tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider early surgical intervention. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent them from catching colds, which may trigger recurrent tonsillitis.