Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 5 years old. At first, he said his throat hurt, and then we noticed that swallowing seemed a bit difficult. Also, he had a slight fever and wasn't very energetic. Please ask: If a child has very painful tonsillitis, how should it be treated properly?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. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. Pain relievers can be given to children based on their condition, especially when throat pain is severe, to help alleviate discomfort. Some children may also have a fever, in which case oral antipyretics can be administered. If symptoms do not improve, medical attention must be sought. Tonsillitis is characterized by recurrent episodes. If similar symptoms persist, surgery may be considered after the inflammation is controlled. During treatment, it is important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest.