Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking. He noticed that his cough seemed to be getting worse as well, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with sore throat be treated in children for the best effect?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for the treatment of tonsillitis and can be selected as appropriate. Local medications can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretics should be used promptly. Physical cooling is recommended if the temperature is below 38.5°C. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. After recovery, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.