Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat, and I noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Additionally, he has been running a low fever. I would like to ask: How should I treat a child with tonsillitis who is feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. If the child's condition is severe, some local treatments can be combined, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, tonsillar injections, etc. If the sore throat is severe, appropriate pain relievers can be given. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be taken. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. These are all 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 keep the child warm and avoid further symptoms from worsening due to cold exposure.