Patient's question:
My son is 6 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then I noticed his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. Please ask: How should I treat my child's severe tonsillitis for the best effect?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child has a sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. If the child still has a fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, emergency medical attention is required. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods, and ensure they get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.