Patient's question:
My little girl is 4 years old. At first, she said that even drinking water made her throat hurt. She was also experiencing severe coughing and had a low fever. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis in infants and young children effectively?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended that parents consult a doctor to choose appropriate antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications for their children, which can effectively alleviate inflammatory symptoms. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar medication injection, laser therapy, etc. Pain relievers can also be given based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help relieve discomfort. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds and the subsequent recurrence of tonsillitis.