Patient's question:
My little girl is 3 years old. At first, she said it hurt when she swallowed something. Then, we noticed she had severe coughing and had been slightly feverish. Could you please advise on how to treat tonsillitis with fever in children?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. Local irrigation or topical sprays can also be used. Symptomatic medications can be injected into the tonsils, and the results are also quite effective. Pain relievers can be given to children, especially when throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If the child has a fever, fever-reducing medications can be administered. In severe cases, prompt medical attention should be sought.In addition to these pharmacological treatment methods, if the child frequently experiences recurrent inflammation, parents can consult a doctor and consider surgical treatment under medical supervision. During this period, it is important to ensure the child gets adequate rest and consumes more fruits and vegetables.