Patient's question:
My little girl is 6 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, she had a low fever. I would like to ask: How should tonsillitis with redness and swelling be treated in young children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. They can also be combined with some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are all effective. Pain relievers can also be given to children, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child still has a fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.