Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 9 months old. At first, he said his throat hurts. Noticed that, his voice is a bit hoarse when he speaks, and he has had a slight fever all along. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in young children be diagnosed and treated if it's very painful?Doctor's answer:
If a child has tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication can be used in conjunction. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be applied. If the child also has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is preferred.