Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. At first, he said his throat hurts. I noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult, and he also has a slight fever and lacks energy. Please ask: How can tonsillitis with sore throat be treated effectively in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms or use local treatments, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. If a child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, it is recommended to use analgesics to relieve the pain. If the child still has a fever, fever-reducing measures should be considered. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also ensure their children stay warm to prevent colds that could trigger recurrent tonsillitis.