Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse. Additionally, he has been slightly feverish. Question: How should the child's tonsillitis be treated if it is painful?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotic medications. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsil crypt irrigation and tonsil injections can also be used. Pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is intense, to help alleviate the suffering. If the child also has a low fever, physical cooling methods can be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar conditions persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest time.