Patient's question:
My little girl is 9 years old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat. Then, I noticed her cough seems to be getting worse. Additionally, it seems like her low-grade fever hasn't gone away. I'm asking: How should I treat her tonsillitis and sore throat?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser therapy can also be administered. If the child's throat pain is severe, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. For fever below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be applied.In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is preferred.