Patient's question:
Boy, 10 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said his throat hurt even when he drank water. He found that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should pharyngitis with swollen tonsils in infants and young children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. For local treatment, laser therapy or medicinal rinsing is recommended. If the symptoms are mainly characterized by sore throat, pain-relieving medications can be considered. For those accompanied by low fever, physical cooling methods should be applied. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis at present. Additionally, surgery is also a viable option, particularly for children with recurrent episodes. After the condition improves, it is advisable to encourage appropriate physical activity to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.