Patient's question:
My little girl is 5 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Moreover, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should I treat tonsillitis and sore throat in children?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture, or it can be combined with local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are all effective. When necessary, such as when a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be administered. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is essential. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes, so if similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.