Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then he noticed that his cough was quite severe. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat pediatric tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, which is quite effective. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be applied. Symptomatic medications can be injected into the tonsils, and the efficacy is good. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds that could trigger recurrent tonsillitis.