Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, with mild coughing, and a slight fever, feeling a bit lethargic. Please advise: How can we effectively treat tonsillitis for my child to feel better?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, and can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injection medication, which are all quite effective. If a child has severe sore throat, it is recommended to give them pain relievers based on the situation. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be given. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. In addition to these drug treatment methods, if a child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgery for treatment under a doctor's guidance. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent them from catching a cold and triggering recurrent tonsillitis.