Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt sore throat even when drinking water. He noticed that his cough was quite severe, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never subsided. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis and sore throat be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics may be administered. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can also give fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. Parents should also ensure their children stay warm to prevent colds that could trigger further tonsillar inflammation.