Patient's question:
My little girl is 6 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and found that her cough seemed to be quite severe as well. Additionally, it appeared that her low-grade fever hadn't gone away. I would like to ask: If a child has tonsillitis and is crying, what is the best way to treat it?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Pain relievers can also be given to the child based on their condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be administered. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.