Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 1 year old. At first, he said it hurt when he swallowed something, and then we noticed his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. He also had a slight fever and seemed lacking in energy. Please ask: How should we treat a child with sore tonsils who is feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, they can first take some symptomatic antibiotic medication. They can also combine it with some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or tonsillar injections, which are all quite effective. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child also has a fever, it should be managed accordingly with fever reduction measures. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods, and to get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.