Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, noticed it, accompanied by mild coughing, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat in children be treated.Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, which is quite effective. Local treatments can also be applied, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate the symptoms. Persistent fever in children should be treated with antipyretics. Physical cooling methods can be used if the temperature is below 38.5°C.In addition to these drug treatments, if a child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.