Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing. It was noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and he also had a low fever. Question: How can tonsillitis with redness and swelling be treated effectively for the child?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance the therapeutic effect. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is under control to prevent recurrence. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage your child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent future recurrences.