Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a slight sore throat, and noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking. Additionally, he had a low fever. Question: How should tonsillitis in children be treated for the best effect when it causes discomfort?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. Local flushing or topical sprays can also be used. Medications can also be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic treatment. The efficacy of these methods is quite good. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature is above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery can be considered after the inflammation is controlled. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.