Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He was found to have difficulty swallowing, and at the same time, he had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: How should tonsillitis be treated when it is very painful?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance the therapeutic effect. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use pain relievers to alleviate the symptoms. Additionally, if there is a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken. In cases of high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During the treatment period, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Rest should also be emphasized to avoid fatigue.