Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis pain in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children, which can effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. When necessary, such as when a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be administered. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied for temperatures below 38.5°C. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is preferred.