Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old. At first, he said his throat hurt even when drinking water. Then, he developed mild coughing, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. Please ask: How can tonsillitis be treated effectively when it's very painful in children?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotics. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture results, which have shown good efficacy. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. Pain relievers can also be administered to children, especially when throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child has a fever, antipyretic medication can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly.In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and subsequent recurrent inflammation of the tonsils.