Patient's question:
My male baby is 2 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat. We noticed he also had a mild cough, and it seems like his low fever hasn't gone away. Could you please advise on how to treat pharyngitis with tonsillitis in young children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis, and can be selected as appropriate. If a child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt lavage or tonsillar injections may also be used. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be applied. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing drugs can be given. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention.In addition to these drug treatments, if a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage appropriate exercise to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.