Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 7 years old. At first, he said that even drinking water with his throat felt painful. I noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can we effectively treat a child's sore tonsils?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of pediatric tonsillitis can involve selecting sensitive antibiotics based on bacterial culture. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication may also be used. If the child has a sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be given as needed. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. For cases with multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.