Patient's question:
Boy, 8 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said it hurts to swallow things. It was noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, he has had a slight fever for a while. Please ask: If the child's tonsillitis is very painful, how should it be diagnosed and treated.Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If this does not relieve the symptoms, medical attention must be sought. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is under control to prevent recurrence. During treatment, it is also important to arrange a light diet for the child, enhance nutritional supplementation, and help with early recovery.