Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 3 years old. At first, she had a slightly sore throat. Then, I noticed she seems to have difficulty swallowing. At the same time, it seems like her low-grade fever hasn't gone away. I'm asking: How should we treat a child with tonsillitis who is crying and fussing?Doctor's answer:
Treatment for pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication may also be used. Pain relievers can be given to the child, especially when the sore throat is particularly painful, to help alleviate discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the temperature: physical cooling is recommended for temperatures below 38.5°C, while oral fever reducers can be administered for temperatures above 38.5°C. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Once the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.