Patient's question:
My little girl is 2 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. She was also experiencing severe coughing and had a slightly feverish condition. Please advise: How should I treat her tonsillitis with redness and swelling?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications may be considered. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be administered promptly. Physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5°C. Tonsillitis is known for its recurrent nature. If similar episodes occur, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, focusing on a light diet, and ensuring sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.