Patient's question:
My son is 2 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows something. I noticed that his cough is quite severe, and he also has a low fever. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis and sore throat in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be selected to enhance efficacy, including methods such as crypt irrigation and direct injection of medication into the tonsils. When necessary, such as when a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. If a child has persistent fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if a child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can consult a doctor and consider surgery for treatment. During the treatment period, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.