Patient's question:
Baby girl, currently 1 year old. At first, she said her throat hurts, and I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Also, it seems like the low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should a child with tonsillitis, which is very painful, be treated properly?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given, or local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be used. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be applied. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly suitable for children with recurrent episodes. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise for the child to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.