Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking, noticed it, and found swallowing a bit difficult. Moreover, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can tonsillitis in young children be treated effectively for a good outcome?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic medications are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Additionally, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, and laser therapy can also be performed. If the child has severe throat pain, pain relievers may be given as needed. For fever symptoms, fever-reducing medications can be administered. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. If there are repeated acute severe episodes or complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet focused on light and easy-to-digest foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be maintained to avoid fatigue.