Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 8 years old. At first, she said her throat hurts. Upon observation, she has severe coughing, and it seems like a low fever that hasn't gone away. Please ask: How should tonsillitis with redness and swelling be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. For children with prominent sore throat symptoms, analgesic medications can be used. If the child also has a fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication if appropriate. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. In cases of recurrent inflammation, surgical treatment may be considered. Parents should also pay attention to keeping their children warm to prevent colds that could trigger recurrent tonsillitis.