Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 5 years old. At first, she said her throat hurt even when she drank water. She also had mild coughing and a slightly feverish, listless feeling. Could you please tell me how to treat tonsillitis with red and swollen tonsils in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered. While systemic treatment is being conducted, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing drugs can be given. If the symptoms cannot be relieved, medical attention must be sought. If the medication is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During the treatment period, attention must also be paid to maintaining dietary hygiene and ensuring sufficient rest.