Patient's question:
My male baby is 1 year old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows something. It was found that his cough is also quite severe, and accompanied by low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis be treated in young children to be most effective if it is very painful?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used. Medications can also be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic treatment, all of which have good efficacy. When necessary, such as when a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be given. If a child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.