Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat pediatric tonsillitis effectively?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis, antibiotics are primarily used. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good effects. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If a child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be administered based on the situation. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods are recommended. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During treatment, it is also important to provide the child with a light diet and enhance nutritional supplementation to aid in early recovery.