Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 7 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking and noticed it accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can tonsillitis be treated effectively when it's very painful in children?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. Additionally, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, and laser therapy can be performed. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use analgesics to alleviate the discomfort. For fever symptoms, fever-reducing medications can be administered. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. Tonsillitis is known for its recurrent nature. If similar episodes occur, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of vegetables and fruits.