Patient's question:
My little girl is 2 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water made her throat hurt. She was also experiencing severe coughing and had a low fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat pediatric tonsillitis when the child is crying and distressed?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser therapy can be applied. Pain relievers can also be administered based on the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, to alleviate discomfort. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider early surgery. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.