Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 6 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He was also found to have mild coughing and had been slightly feverish. Please ask: How should tonsillitis be treated effectively if it is very painful in children?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given based on the child's symptoms. Local rinsing or topical application can also be used. Medications can also be injected into the tonsils for symptomatic relief. The efficacy of these methods is quite good. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. Additionally, if fever is present, fever-reducing medications can be taken. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, attention should also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring adequate rest.