Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He also noticed mild coughing and low fever. Question: How should pediatric tonsillitis with crying and restlessness be diagnosed and 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, or opt for local rinsing or topical sprays. Medications can also be injected into the tonsils for targeted treatment, all of which have good efficacy. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is advised two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and recurrent tonsillitis.