Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 2 years old. At first, when he started talking, he felt a sore throat. I noticed he also had a mild cough and a slight fever, and he wasn't very energetic. Please ask: How can I effectively treat my child's tonsillitis if he is feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used. Medications can be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic treatment, all of which have good efficacy. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. If the child has a persistent fever, parents can administer fever-reducing medication or take the child to the hospital immediately. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.