Patient's question:
My son is 6 years old. At first, he said he had a sore throat, and I noticed that his cough was quite severe. Additionally, he had a slight fever and wasn't feeling well. Could you please advise on how to treat a child with tonsillitis who is crying and upset?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs can be appropriately administered. Additionally, topical medication sprays or laser treatment can be used. For children with significant sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving medication can be applied. If the child still has a fever, fever-reducing measures should be taken. If the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius, it is necessary to seek medical attention promptly. These are common treatment methods. However, if the child experiences recurrent tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider early surgery. Lastly, parents should take this disease seriously, seek medical treatment for their children as soon as possible, and also pay attention to relevant prevention and health care measures in daily life.