Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then I noticed he had a mild cough. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat tonsillitis in young children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them according to symptoms. While taking medication, local treatments such as rinsing or direct application can also be performed to enhance efficacy. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has a persistent fever, parents should administer fever-reducing drugs or take the child to the hospital immediately. For multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep routine for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.