Patient's question:
My little girl is 7 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water with her throat felt painful. She was found to have some difficulty swallowing. Additionally, it seems like her low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis be treated when it's uncomfortable for young children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child also has a fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. While undergoing treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and ensure adequate nutritional support to help them recover as soon as possible.