Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he said his throat hurt even when drinking water. He found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat in children be treated.Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their children anti-inflammatory medications. They can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are all effective. Pain relievers can also be given based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate the discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of cooling down should be chosen according to the temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.