Patient's question:
Boy baby, just turned 7 months old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then discovered that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should pharyngitis and tonsillitis in young children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. They can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are all good options. When necessary, such as when the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods. Additionally, it is important to ensure the child gets plenty of rest and avoids fatigue.