Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. At first, he felt pain in his throat even when drinking water. He also had mild coughing and low fever. Please ask: How should I treat my child's sore tonsils that are very painful?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. Pain relievers can also be administered based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly.In addition to these drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents may consider surgical treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering a recurrence of tonsillitis.