Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 6 years old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat, and then she started coughing quite severely. Also, she had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. I'm asking: If a child has tonsillitis and a sore throat, how should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Local flushing or topical spraying can also be used. Symptomatic drugs can also be injected into the tonsils, and the efficacy is quite good. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can be given to the child. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used; if it is above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be taken. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar conditions exist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods. Additionally, it is important to get plenty of rest and avoid fatigue.