Patient's question:
Female baby, only one month old, just starting out. She says that even drinking water feels painful in her throat. She noticed that swallowing seems a bit difficult. Additionally, it seems like her low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with redness and swelling be treated in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children to effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. For local treatment, laser therapy or medication rinsing is advised. If the sore throat is particularly severe, pain relievers can be given appropriately. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be selected based on the body temperature. Below 38.5 degrees Celsius, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5 degrees Celsius, oral fever-reducing medication should be taken. In addition to these medication treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child stays warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.