Patient's question:
My little girl is 9 years old. At first, she said she had pain when swallowing, and I noticed that her cough seemed to be more severe as well. She also had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Could you please advise on how to treat her tonsil inflammation?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them according to the symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be selected to enhance the efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child still has a fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child is well-warmed to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.