Patient's question:
Baby girl, only 6 months old, just starting out. When she talks, she feels a sore throat, notices it, and seems to have difficulty swallowing. At the same time, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: If the child has tonsillitis and it's very painful, how should it be treated.Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child has severe throat pain, appropriate analgesics may be administered. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used, and medical attention should be sought promptly if the temperature exceeds 38.5°C. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.