Patient's question:
Boy, 9 years old, has started elementary school. At first, he said even drinking water with his throat felt painful. He noticed that his voice was a bit hoarse when speaking, and now he has a high fever that won't go down. Please ask: How should tonsillitis and sore throat be diagnosed and treated in children?Doctor's answer:
When treating such diseases, children can be given some symptomatic antibiotic medications. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsil crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the child's throat pain is severe, appropriate pain-relieving medication can be given. If the child still has a fever, they can be given fever-reducing medication on a case-by-case basis. However, if the fever persists, it is essential to seek medical attention promptly. If the child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is recommended to consider surgery early on. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child stays warm to prevent further worsening of symptoms due to cold exposure.