Patient's question:
Female baby, only 8 months old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that her cough was quite severe. Additionally, she now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, laser therapy, etc. For sore throat, pain relievers can also be given to the child. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is crucial to ensure the child stays warm and avoid further exposure to cold to prevent worsening of symptoms.