Patient's question:
Female baby, only 6 months old, just started, said her throat hurts, noticed that her voice is a bit hoarse when speaking, and she has a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: How can the child's tonsillitis be treated effectively if it is uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as appropriate. They can also be combined with some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections, which are quite effective. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some analgesics to relieve the symptoms. Additionally, if fever is present, some fever-reducing medications can be taken. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Furthermore, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. It is important to maintain a light diet during daily life and focus on a liquid diet during treatment.