Patient's question:
My little girl, who is 2 years old, initially said that she felt pain when swallowing something. I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please advise: How should tonsillitis and throat pain in children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. Additionally, local medication sprays or laser therapy can be administered. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medications can be used. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral antipyretic drugs can be given. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention.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 adequate rest.