Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he said he had pain when swallowing, and it was found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. At the same time, he had been slightly feverish. Please ask: How should the crying and fussing of children with tonsillitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child has a fever, they can take fever-reducing medication. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. In addition to these medication-based treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can consult a doctor and consider surgery for treatment under medical supervision. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering further inflammation of the tonsils.