Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Also, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: How can I effectively treat my child's tonsillitis for the best results?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the body temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly suitable for children with recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.