Patient's question:
My son is 8 years old. At first, he had a slightly sore throat and then discovered it was accompanied by mild coughing. Additionally, he now has a high fever that won't go down. Could you please advise on how to treat red and swollen tonsils in infants and young children?Doctor's answer:
In terms of treatment, it is generally recommended to follow the doctor's advice and give the child some anti-inflammatory medication. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injection. If the child has a sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be given as appropriate. Additionally, if the child has a fever, antipyretic drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still advisable to seek medical attention as soon as possible.Besides the above drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, surgical treatment may also be recommended. At the same time, it is important to arrange a reasonable diet and sleep schedule for the child to help the disease recover as soon as possible.