Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that he had severe coughing. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can tonsillitis with redness and swelling be treated effectively in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. Local medications can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early. While treating the condition, it is also important to provide the child with a light diet and ensure adequate nutritional support to aid in early recovery.