Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water, and noticed mild coughing. Additionally, it seems like he has had a low-grade fever that hasn't gone away. Question: How can tonsillitis be effectively treated when it is very painful in young children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given, local rinsing or topical sprays can also be used, and symptomatic drugs can be injected into the tonsils. The efficacy is quite good. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can also be given to the child. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already occurred, it is recommended to have a tonsillectomy two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.