Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said it hurts when he swallows, and it was noticed that his cough seems to be more severe as well. Additionally, it seems like his low-grade fever hasn't gone away. Question: How can tonsillitis pain in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
Treating pediatric tonsillitis first, parents can give their child anti-inflammatory medications to eat. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication injections. Pain relievers can be given based on the child's condition, especially when the throat pain is severe, to help alleviate the suffering. If the child still has a fever, it should be managed appropriately with fever reduction measures. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, immediate medical attention is necessary. If the medication is not effective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical treatment is recommended. During treatment, it is important to keep the child warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.