Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should a child with very painful tonsillitis be treated?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child anti-inflammatory medication. Local rinsing or topical sprays can also be used, and symptomatic drugs can be injected into the tonsils. All these methods are quite effective. When necessary, such as when the child has severe sore throat, pain relievers can also be given. If the child still has a fever, appropriate antipyretic medication can be administered. However, if the fever persists, it is essential 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 at an early stage. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering recurrent tonsillitis.