Patient's question:
Female baby, only one month old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered mild coughing. Now, she has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with redness and swelling be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local medications can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injections. Pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, oral antipyretics can be administered. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.