Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. He also had a slight fever and felt tired. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated for pain?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. For local treatment, laser therapy or medication rinsing is recommended. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be used. If the child still has a fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. For multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods, and to ensure sufficient rest to avoid fatigue.