Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. Upon observation, he has severe coughing. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Question: How should the tonsillitis of the child be treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used, and symptomatic medications can be injected into the tonsils, all of which have proven effective. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics can be administered. If the child still has a slight fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary.In addition to these drug treatments, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.