Patient's question:
My son is 9 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat. I noticed that he also had a mild cough, and it seemed like his low-grade fever never went away. I'm asking: How can I treat my child's tonsillitis effectively when he's feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
To achieve better treatment for tonsillitis, you can choose some anti-inflammatory medications under the guidance of a doctor. While undergoing systemic treatment, you can also opt for local treatments to enhance the efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. Pain relievers can also be given to children based on their condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, as this can help alleviate the discomfort. If the child has persistent fever that doesn't subside, oral fever-reducing medications can be administered. In cases where inflammation recurs frequently, surgical treatment may be considered. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent them from catching a cold and triggering another episode of tonsillitis.