Patient's question:
Female baby, only 5 months old. At first, she said it hurt when she swallowed something, and she noticed it accompanied by mild coughing. Now, she has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should the inflammation and swelling of the child's tonsils be treated?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments can also be used, including tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers should be chosen to alleviate the symptoms. If the child also has a fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken accordingly. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery can 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.