Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. Upon observation, it seems his cough is also quite severe, and he has a low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in young children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture results, or local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child has a severe sore throat, pain-relieving medications may be given as needed. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used, and medical attention should be sought promptly if the temperature exceeds 38.5°C. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage appropriate exercise to boost the immune system and prevent recurrence.