Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 6 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water made his throat hurt. He also noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, he had a slight fever and lacked energy. Please ask: How should I treat my child's tonsillitis if he is crying?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Alternatively, local treatments can be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be administered. Additionally, if fever is present, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgery is advised as early as possible. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.