Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when talking, and then discovered it was accompanied by a mild cough. Also, it seems like a low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How to treat crying and fussing in young children with tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered, and local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy can also be performed. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can be given to children. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also ensure their children stay warm to prevent colds that could trigger recurrent tonsillitis.