Patient's question:
Boy, who is already 7 years old, started to feel a sore throat when speaking. He noticed mild coughing and also had a low fever. Question: How should a child with tonsillitis be diagnosed and treated if they are feeling uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Currently, in clinical practice, the treatment of pediatric tonsillitis primarily relies on antibiotic medications. Sensitive drugs can be selected based on bacterial culture, which has shown good efficacy. Additionally, local treatments can be performed, including tonsillar crypt irrigation, intratonsillar drug injection, laser therapy, etc. If a child experiences severe sore throat, it is recommended to administer analgesics based on the situation. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If the drug treatment is ineffective and the condition recurs frequently, surgical intervention is advised. After the condition improves, it is recommended to encourage appropriate physical activity to enhance immunity and prevent recurrence.