Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a little sore in his throat. He noticed that his cough seemed to be getting worse as well. At the same time, it seemed like his low-grade fever hadn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in young children be treated when it's uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given, or local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be used. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can also be given to the child. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, oral antipyretics can be administered. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can choose surgery for treatment under the guidance of a doctor. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods, and to ensure sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.