Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 3 years old. At first, when he spoke, he felt a sore throat. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when he spoke. Now, he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How can a sore tonsillitis in children be treated effectively?Doctor's answer:
If a child gets tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs can be given. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection can also be performed. If the child's main symptom is sore throat, it is recommended that parents may consider giving pain relievers to alleviate the discomfort. For those with low-grade fever, physical cooling methods can be used. If the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, medical attention should be sought promptly. In addition to the above drug treatments, if the child frequently experiences recurrent tonsillitis, surgical treatment is also recommended. During the treatment period, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet primarily consisting of light foods, and to pay attention to rest and avoid fatigue.