Patient's question:
My son is 7 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse. Also, it seems like he has had a low fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How can pharyngitis with swollen tonsils be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used, and symptomatic drugs can be injected into the tonsils, all of which have good efficacy. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use some analgesics to relieve the symptoms. If the child also has a fever, it is advisable to take fever-reducing medication as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms occur, consider surgery after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.