Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 8 months old, just started saying he has a sore throat. I noticed that his cough seems to be getting worse as well. Additionally, he has now developed a high fever that doesn't seem to go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with a sore throat be treated in infants?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotics. The choice of medication can be based on bacterial culture results, which has proven effective. For local treatment, laser therapy or medicinal rinsing is recommended. If a child's main symptom is a sore throat, parents may consider giving them pain relievers to alleviate discomfort. Some children may also experience fever. In such cases, oral fever-reducing medications can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is essential. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery is advised as soon as possible. It is important to maintain a light diet and focus on liquid foods during the treatment period.