Patient's question:
My little girl is 8 years old. At first, she had a sore throat and found it a bit difficult to swallow. She also had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis in children effectively?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections may also be used. When necessary, such as when the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can be given. Additionally, if the child has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention promptly. If the child experiences multiple acute severe episodes or has complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm to prevent colds that could trigger recurrent tonsillitis.