Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he had a slight sore throat, and he noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. He also had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. Could you please advise on how to treat a child's tonsillitis when they are crying and in pain?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered, or local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication can be used. Pain relievers can also be given based on the child's condition, especially when the sore throat is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen according to the body temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If your child frequently experiences this condition, surgical treatment can be considered after the condition is controlled to prevent recurrence. At the same time, it is also important to arrange a reasonable diet and rest schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.