Patient's question:
My boy, who is 4 years old, started with a slightly sore throat. He then noticed more intense coughing. Additionally, he has a slight fever and seems lethargic. Could you please advise on how to treat croup caused by tonsillitis in young children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given, or local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be used. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents consider giving some analgesics to alleviate the pain. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there is a history of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. During treatment, it is essential to keep the child warm and avoid further exacerbation of symptoms due to cold exposure.