Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 9 months old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and then discovered it was accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, he had been running a low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. When necessary, such as when the child's sore throat is particularly severe, pain relievers can be administered. If the child also has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be given on a case-by-case basis. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to keep the child warm and avoid further exposure to cold to prevent worsening of symptoms.