Patient's question:
Boy, 11 years old, in primary school. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows, and he noticed that his cough seems to be more severe as well. Additionally, he has a low fever. Question: How should tonsillitis in children be treated when they feel uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injection. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents can administer pain relievers as needed to alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the body temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be given. If your child frequently experiences this condition, after the illness is under control, surgical treatment can be considered to prevent recurrence. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm to avoid catching a cold and triggering further tonsillar inflammation.