Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then I noticed his voice was a bit hoarse. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't break. Please ask: How should I treat my child's inflamed and swollen tonsils?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be administered. In addition, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretic drugs can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought.In addition to the above drug and treatment methods, if a child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. At the same time, attention should be paid to arranging a reasonable diet and sleep routine for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.