Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking, and noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well, accompanied by low-grade fever. Please ask: How should we treat tonsillitis when it's uncomfortable for children?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given based on the child's symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy, including methods such as crypt flushing and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be administered promptly. Physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5 degrees Celsius. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with ample nutrients, with a diet consisting mainly of light foods. Additionally, ensure the child gets plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.