Patient's question:
My little girl, she's one year old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat. I noticed that her cough seemed to be getting worse too. At the same time, she had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. I'm asking: If my child has very painful tonsillitis, what treatment works best?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their children some anti-inflammatory medications. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments can also be used, including tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication injections. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate the symptoms. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, medical attention must be sought. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.