Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said his throat hurt even when he drank water, and I noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, he had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. I'm asking: How should I treat tonsillitis in young children when they are feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, analgesic medications can be used. If the child still has a slight fever, fever reduction should be considered. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep routine for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.