Patient's question:
Boys, already 8 years old. At the beginning, he said it hurts when he swallows, noticed that it comes with mild coughing, and also has a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated when it hurts.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 them with some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are quite effective. If a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers may be given according to the situation. For children with fever symptoms, fever-reducing medications can be used. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical intervention is recommended early on. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent them from catching colds, which could trigger further inflammation of the tonsils.