Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke, and he also had a low fever. Please ask: How should pediatric tonsillitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication may also be used. If the child's sore throat symptoms are particularly severe, pain relievers are recommended to alleviate the discomfort. For fever symptoms, antipyretic medications can be taken. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought. If the child experiences multiple acute severe episodes or has already developed complications, tonsillectomy is advised two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes plenty of vegetables and fruits.