Patient's question:
My daughter is 7 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water made her throat hurt. I noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke. Moreover, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should pediatric tonsillitis with pain be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, first, they can take some symptomatic antibiotics. For local treatment, laser therapy or medication rinsing is recommended. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is advisable to use some pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If it cannot be relieved, it is essential to seek medical attention. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurring episodes. If there are similar cases, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.