Patient's question:
Boy, already 1 year old, just started, felt a sore throat when speaking, found that coughing seemed to be more severe as well, and had a slight fever and no energy. Please ask: How should the child be treated for tonsillitis when they feel uncomfortable?Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, if it is pediatric tonsillitis, symptomatic treatment with antibiotics for the child can be quite effective. In addition to systemic medication, local treatments can also be performed, such as tonsillar crypt irrigation or intratonsillar drug injection. If the sore throat is particularly severe, appropriate analgesics can be given. Children with fever symptoms can take fever-reducing medications. In severe cases, it is important to seek medical attention promptly. If there are multiple acute severe episodes or complications have already developed, tonsillectomy is recommended two weeks after the acute inflammation subsides. During treatment, it is important to ensure the child receives adequate nutrition, with a diet focusing on light foods, and to get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.