Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 8 years old. At first, she had a slight sore throat, and found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, accompanied by low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. If a child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injections may also be used. If the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be given based on the situation. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen according to the body temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. These methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, particularly for children who experience recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure sufficient rest.