Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 8 years old, initially said that he had pain when swallowing. It was discovered that he also had mild coughing, and he had been slightly feverish for a while. Question: How should children with tonsillitis be treated when they feel uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. If the child has severe sore throat, it is recommended to administer analgesics based on the situation. Persistent fever should be treated with antipyretics, while physical cooling methods can be used for temperatures below 38.5°C. For cases with multiple acute severe episodes or complications, tonsillectomy is advised two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. While undergoing treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and ensure adequate nutritional support to aid in early recovery.