Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a slight pain in his throat. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, he had a low fever. Please ask: If the child's tonsils are inflamed and very painful, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. For local treatment, laser therapy or medicinal rinsing is recommended. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature: below 38.5°C, physical cooling is appropriate; above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm to prevent further aggravation of symptoms.