Patient's question:
My little girl, she's 3 years old. At first, she felt a sore throat when speaking, and then discovered that her cough seemed quite severe as well. Moreover, it seemed like her low-grade fever never went away. I'm asking: How should one treat a child's swollen and red tonsils?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given symptomatic antibiotic medications. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser therapy can be applied. For sore throat, pain relievers can also be given to children. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, it is essential to seek medical attention. For multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. Pay attention to a light diet during daily life, and focus on liquid diets during treatment.