Patient's question:
My child is a 5-year-old boy. At first, he said he had a sore throat, and I noticed he also had mild coughing. It seems like he's had a low-grade fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with sore throat be treated in young children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injections can also be performed. Pain relievers can be given to the child based on their condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If the symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. If there is a history of recurrent inflammation, surgical intervention may be considered. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and ensure adequate nutritional support to aid in early recovery.