Patient's question:
Female baby, only 8 months old, just starting out. When she talks, she feels a sore throat, and she also has a mild cough. Additionally, she has a slight fever and is lacking energy. Please ask: How should I treat her tonsillitis with redness and swelling?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it's pediatric tonsillitis, (symptomatic) treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While taking the medication, local treatments can also be applied, such as rinsing or direct medication, which can enhance the therapeutic effect. In cases of sore throat, pain relievers can be given to the child. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics (fever reducers) can be administered. If the symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery at an early stage. During treatment, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is preferable.