Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt sore throat even when drinking water, noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Meanwhile, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: If the child has sore tonsillitis, how should it be treated.Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, and the results are quite effective. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. Pain relievers can also be given to children based on their condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If the condition does not improve, medical attention must be sought. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and re-inflammation of the tonsils.