Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows things. It was found that his cough is quite severe, and he also has a low fever. Question: How can a child with tonsillitis be treated effectively to relieve discomfort?Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication can be given based on the child's symptoms, or local medication can be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child also has a fever, fever-reducing medication can be taken as needed. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. The above are common treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis occurs repeatedly, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.