Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He discovered that he had severe coughing and also had a low fever. Please ask: How should acute tonsillitis in children be treated when it causes discomfort?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medications. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser treatment can be administered. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the pain. If the child still has a fever, appropriate fever reduction measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as soon as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child is kept warm and avoid further exposure to cold to prevent symptoms from worsening.