Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat and discovered it was accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, it seemed like he had a low-grade fever that never went away. Please ask: How can we effectively treat tonsillitis if the child's tonsils are inflamed and very painful?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given based on the child's symptoms, or local medications can be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child has been feverish for a long time, parents can also give fever-reducing medication, or the child should be taken to the hospital immediately. If there is a history of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods, and to ensure adequate rest to avoid fatigue.