Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows something. He also has mild coughing and a slight fever, and he doesn't seem very energetic. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis in young children, which is very painful?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given based on the child's symptoms. 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 the child has a sore throat, appropriate analgesics can be given. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be selected based on the temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral antipyretics can be administered. In cases of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment can be considered. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be ensured to avoid fatigue.