Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he had a low fever. Please ask: How should sore tonsils in children be treated when they are very painful?Doctor's answer:
If the child has tonsillitis, first, you can use some symptomatic antibiotics. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt flushing or intratonsillar medication injection. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also give them fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. The above methods are currently the most commonly used for treating tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly suitable for children who experience frequent episodes. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition and maintain a light diet. Rest and avoiding fatigue are also crucial.