Patient's question:
Baby girl, only 3 months old, just starting to show symptoms. She says it hurts when she swallows something, and I noticed her cough seems quite severe as well. Additionally, she has a low fever. Please ask: How should I treat her if she cries due to tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs are currently the main methods and medications for the clinical treatment of pediatric tonsillitis. Parents can choose them based on symptoms, and can also combine some local treatment methods, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation and tonsillar injection drugs, which are all good options. If the child's sore throat is severe, it is recommended to give some pain relievers based on the situation. Additionally, if there is a fever, some fever-reducing drugs can be taken. For high fever, it is still recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The above methods are currently the most commonly used for treating tonsillitis. Moreover, surgery is also a feasible option, suitable for children who have recurrent episodes. During treatment, it is also important to maintain dietary hygiene and ensure adequate rest time.