Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis with high fever in young children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms or use local medications, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. When necessary, such as when a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. Some children may also have fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, with a focus on liquid foods.