Patient's question:
Boy, he is already 8 years old. At first, his throat felt a bit sore, and he noticed that his cough seemed to be more severe as well. Additionally, he had a low fever. Please ask: How can the child be treated effectively if he is suffering from tonsillitis?Doctor's answer:
Antibiotic drugs are commonly used for treating tonsillitis and can be selected as needed. While taking medication, local treatments can also be applied, such as rinsing or direct medication, to enhance the therapeutic effect. For children with severe sore throat symptoms, pain-relieving drugs may be used. If there is a fever, the method of cooling should be chosen based on the body temperature. Below 38.5°C, physical cooling methods can be used, while above 38.5°C, oral fever-reducing medication is recommended. If a child frequently experiences tonsillitis, it is advisable to consider surgery at an early stage. During treatment, it is important to provide the child with adequate nutrition, focusing on a light diet, and ensure they get plenty of rest to avoid fatigue.