Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 6 years old. At first, she said it hurts when she swallows things. She noticed that her voice is a bit hoarse when she speaks, and it seems like her low fever hasn't gone away. Please ask: How can we treat a child's tonsillitis effectively when they are crying and upset?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, which has shown good efficacy. Local treatments can also be used, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar medication. Pain relievers can be administered to children, especially when throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. If there is a fever, the method of fever reduction should be chosen based on the temperature. For temperatures below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while oral antipyretics are recommended for temperatures above 38.5°C. In cases of multiple acute severe episodes or existing complications, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During the treatment period, it is important to provide children with adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods. Additionally, sufficient rest should be ensured to avoid fatigue.