Patient's question:
Boy, 13 years old, in primary school. At first, he said his throat hurt even when he drank water. He noticed that his cough was quite severe, and he also had a slight fever and felt listless. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with redness and swelling be treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, (symptomatic) treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. For local treatment, laser therapy or medication rinsing is recommended. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, parents are advised to consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are all common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During the treatment period, a light diet should be maintained, with a focus on liquid foods.