Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said he had a sore throat. It was found that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Additionally, he had a low fever. Please ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat in children be diagnosed and treated.Doctor's answer:
For treatment, first, symptomatic anti-inflammatory drugs can be given based on the child's symptoms. While undergoing systemic treatment, local treatment can also be chosen to enhance efficacy. Methods include crypt irrigation, direct injection of medication into the tonsils, etc. If the symptoms are primarily sore throat, pain-relieving medication can be considered. If the child has persistent fever, antipyretic drugs should be used promptly. Physical cooling methods can be applied if the temperature is below 38.5°C. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery as early as possible. Parents should also pay attention to keeping the child warm to prevent catching a cold and triggering recurrent tonsillitis.