Patient's question:
My little girl is 2 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. She was also noticed to have severe coughing, accompanied by low fever. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat pediatric tonsillitis when the child is crying and restless?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, medical attention should be sought promptly. These are common 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 appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.