Patient's question:
My boy, who is 9 years old, initially said he had a sore throat. I noticed that his cough seemed particularly severe, accompanied by low-grade fever. Please advise: How should pharyngitis with tonsillitis be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. For local treatment, laser therapy or medicinal irrigation is advised. In cases of sore throat, children can also be given pain relievers. If accompanied by low-grade fever, physical cooling methods should be used. However, if the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly.In addition to these medication and treatment methods, if a child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent catching colds, which could trigger further inflammation of the tonsils.