Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in elementary school. At first, he felt a slight pain in his throat. He noticed it, coughing quite severely, and also had a low fever. Question: How can the discomfort of tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. Additionally, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt lavage, intra-tonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy may be performed. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If the fever cannot be relieved, medical attention must be sought. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, focusing on a light diet, and ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.