Patient's question:
My son, who is 8 years old, initially said he had pain when swallowing. He also had mild coughing, and he had been slightly feverish for a while. Please ask: How should tonsillitis pain in children be treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotics. Sensitive medications can be selected based on bacterial culture results, which have shown good efficacy. If the child's condition is severe, local treatments can be combined, including tonsillar crypt irrigation and intratonsillar medication injections. Pain relievers can also be administered to children, especially when throat pain is intense, to alleviate discomfort. Some children may also experience fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be given. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. These are all commonly used treatment methods. However, if the child's tonsillitis recurs frequently, it is recommended to consider surgical intervention at an early stage. During daily life, a light diet should be maintained, and a liquid diet is preferred during the treatment period.