Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 3 years old, started to say that his throat hurts. Upon noticing, it seems that his cough is also quite severe. Additionally, it seems like his low fever hasn't gone away either. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated when they feel uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis, and may be selected as appropriate. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt lavage, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the child primarily presents with sore throat symptoms, it is recommended that parents may consider administering pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a persistent fever, parents may also administer fever-reducing medications or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage appropriate exercise for the child to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.