Patient's question:
Boy baby, he is 5 years old this year. He is always coughing and has a lot of phlegm. The child says his throat feels uncomfortable. Please ask: What should I do about swollen tonsils?Doctor's answer:
The child has tonsillitis and needs a urine test to check for bacterial, viral, or mycoplasma infection. Based on the results of the urine test, medication will be prescribed accordingly. For bacterial infections, antibiotics like cephalexin are used, while for mycoplasma infections, anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed.Since tonsillitis tends to recur frequently, it is necessary to visit an otolaryngologist for a thorough examination, and surgical treatment may be required if needed.
For parents, it is important to help their children receive timely treatment for the illness. Additionally, the child's daily diet should be balanced, avoiding excessive supplementation or malnutrition.