Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurts. It was found that his cough is quite severe, and now he still has a high fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis pain in children be diagnosed and treated.Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If the child has significant throat pain, appropriate analgesics may be administered. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention is necessary. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. While undergoing treatment, it is important to provide the child with a light diet and ensure adequate nutritional support to aid in early recovery.