Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 5 years old. At first, she said her throat hurts even when she drinks water. Then, I noticed her cough seems to be quite severe as well. She also has a slight fever and doesn't seem very energetic. Could you please tell me how to treat tonsillitis when a child has it?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser therapy can be administered. If the child has severe throat pain, pain-relieving medication may be given as needed. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the temperature: physical cooling is suitable for temperatures below 38.5°C, while oral fever-reducing medication can be used for temperatures above 38.5°C. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, with a focus on liquid foods.