Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, he had a low fever. Please ask: How should pharyngitis with swollen and red tonsils be treated in young children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be recommended based on the situation. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and recurrent inflammation of the tonsils.