Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 8 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then I noticed that his cough seemed to be quite severe as well. Additionally, it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. I would like to ask: How should I treat my child's tonsillitis and sore throat for the best effect?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections can also be used. If the child has a sore throat, appropriate pain-relieving medications can be given. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods should be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.