Patient's question:
My male baby is 1 year old. At first, he said his throat hurts when swallowing, and I noticed he has mild coughing. Additionally, he has a low fever. Please ask: How should I treat a swollen and red tonsil in a child?Doctor's answer:
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, you can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor based on the symptoms. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injection. If the symptoms are primarily characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. If the child has been feverish for a long time, parents can also give fever-reducing medications or take the child to the hospital immediately. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage the child to engage in appropriate exercise to boost their immunity and prevent recurrence.