Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in primary school. At first, he had a slightly sore throat. He noticed that his cough was quite severe, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Question: How should pharyngitis and tonsillitis in young children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medications. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injections. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During treatment, it is also important to provide a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.