Patient's question:
My little girl, who is one year old, initially said she had a sore throat. I noticed that her voice was a bit hoarse when she spoke, and she also had a low fever. Could you please advise on the most effective treatment for croup caused by tonsillitis in young children?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments can also be used, including tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections. When necessary, such as when the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can also choose surgery for treatment under a doctor's guidance. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child is well-kept warm to avoid exacerbating symptoms due to cold exposure.