Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed something. I noticed that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. I would like to ask: How should pediatric tonsillitis with crying and fussiness be treated for the best effect?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotic medications based on bacterial culture, local rinsing, or local spraying. Medications can also be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic relief, all of which are effective. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or seek immediate medical attention by taking the child to the hospital. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.