Patient's question:
Boy, 12 years old, in primary school. At first, he felt a sore throat when speaking, and found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Also, it seemed like a low fever that never went away. Please ask: How can tonsillitis with redness and swelling in infants and young children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. If the child's condition is severe, some local treatments can also be combined, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, tonsillar injections, etc. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is not above 38.5 degrees Celsius. The above methods are commonly used for treating tonsillitis currently. Additionally, surgery is also a feasible option, suitable for children with recurrent episodes. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage appropriate exercise for the child to boost immunity and prevent recurrence.