Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 4 years old, initially said that even drinking water made her throat hurt. She was also noticed to have a slightly hoarse voice when speaking. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please advise: How should I treat pharyngitis with swollen tonsils in young children if it's very painful?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotics. For local treatment, it is recommended to choose laser therapy or medication rinsing. If the sore throat condition is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. If the child has persistent fever that does not subside, some fever-reducing medication can be taken orally. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.