Patient's question:
Boy, just turned 6 months old, just started, felt a sore throat when talking, found that accompanied by mild cough, and a little fever, no energy, please ask: How should tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered, and they can be combined with local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication, which are all good options. If the child's sore throat is severe, it is recommended to provide pain relievers based on the situation. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen according to the body temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication can be administered. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery as early as possible. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more vegetables and fruits.