Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking. He noticed it, and his cough was quite severe, accompanied by low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in young children be treated.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 based on symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be selected to enhance efficacy, including crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery is advised at an early stage. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Rest should also be emphasized to avoid fatigue.