Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking and he had been slightly feverish. Question: How should acute tonsillitis in children be treated if it is very painful?Doctor's answer:
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, one can select some anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor. For local treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication rinsing. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can also be used for children. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be administered promptly. For fever not exceeding 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be applied. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is advised to undergo tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets sufficient rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.