Patient's question:
My son, who is 4 years old, initially said he had a sore throat. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat pediatric tonsillitis effectively?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give the child some anti-inflammatory drugs. Local medications can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt lavage or intratonsillar medication injections. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate pain relief medication can be given. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also use fever-reducing drugs, or immediately take the child to the hospital. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During treatment, it is essential to ensure the child is well-warmed to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to catching a cold.