Patient's question:
My little girl is 4 years old. At first, she said it hurts when she swallows something, and I noticed that her cough seems to be quite severe as well. Additionally, she has had a slight fever for quite some time. I would like to ask: How should I treat a child with very painful tonsillitis?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 a child has severe throat pain, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if a child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can consult a doctor to consider surgical treatment. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is recommended during the healing period.